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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He’s trying to work out who he is.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

This activity itself isn’t new: People frequently work out the big picture of romantic compatibility by listing pros and cons, and the discovery of such a list is a recurring trope in sitcoms and rom-coms.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

European lawmakers and defense experts have also considered whether the F-35 jet fighters would work out if the U.S. pulled support.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

His team could then go to each department, talk through their processes and technology, identify bottlenecks, and work out where AI could actually help.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“I promise this will work out for the best, Coal,” Dr. Achebe said.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste

work out

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