the works
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The results of the tests are shared with the EA and Ofwat, and can lead to penalties if the works do not comply with the terms of their permits.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
Experts said such a deal had been in the works for a considerable period, but some raised concerns about the potential for enrichment on Saudi soil.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
For me, this meant committing to sending a regular morning email in which I reported on the status of each news article that I had in the works.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
The lawsuit alleges that authorities ignored statutory safeguards meant to ensure the collection’s return to Mexico, and seeks an injunction barring the works from leaving the country.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
“I feel like I should have known or seen red flags, but when I have a game in the works, I can get...”
From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
