not work

Example Sentences

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Focus on the fact that the cistern still does not work properly rather than accusing them of causing the second problem.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

She warned that strategy may not work in every circumstance, and there may be severe consequences to waiting.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“It’s a big experiment for me, and like all experiments it might not work, and I will be as cautious and ethical as possible with AI,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

"It is important that workers have their rights protected and people already have the option to not work on Sundays."

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“I admit that was my intention,” said Dumbledore, “but it did not work as I intended, did it?”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling