do the work of
Example Sentences
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Major tech companies have conducted mass layoffs over the last year, often citing the growing ability of AI tools to do the work of hundreds or even thousands of software engineers.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Tech leaders have portrayed the role of human software engineers as a human in the loop, overseeing and verifying AI agents that do the work of coders.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
The private security forces that some shippers engage today to prevent piracy could do the work of privateers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
"We have to do the work of people, not the work of politicians," he said.
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
Then he said, “I’m a very hard worker. I work so hard, I’ll do the work of three men.”
From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata
