Definitions

work out

VERB

solve; satisfy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accomplish achieve arrange come out complete develop devise figure out fix form formulate handle happen resolve win

WEAK

attain be effective bring off clear come to terms compromise construct contrive elaborate evolve find out finish get something done go go well manipulate pan out plan prosper pull off put together reach agreement result succeed swing turn out up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

break destroy disarrange disorganize disturb fail forget give up halt ignore lose neglect stop

Example Sentences

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When the relationships fizzle, when the job sucks, when things don’t work out the way you plan, you know they’re always there for you.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

With that data, MOA has trained an AI to work out what combinations of substrates and microorganisms would achieve the best yields.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

How did the timing work out, considering the recent blockade?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

“Just sit back and relax, it will all work out well in the end – It always does!”

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

I have no idea how to work out the mechanics of the situation.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold

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