worked

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She worked her way up in the celebrity and marketing world, which is where she met Jens Grede, her husband and business partner, as well as Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Former US military official William Fallon - a retired US Navy admiral - told the BBC that "time of day" probably worked in the rescue mission's favour.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

U.S. forces worked to locate the airman as Iranian forces — and even civilians — were encouraged to find him first, raising fears he could be captured.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

But firefighters worked quickly to keep hers and her neighbors’ properties safe, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

“There was no other choice for you. Girls have options now. I’ve worked in the store, I do the books. I know I can run it until Ba gets home.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu