work late

Example Sentences

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Young, urban professionals—known for their college degrees, willingness to work late and such harmless eccentricities as paying large markups for “local” produce—do not ordinarily instill terror.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The same bits will work late night or early in the day when Nate has an early show.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 12, 2025

An astounding 74% of mothers and 66% of fathers have been forced to leave work early, arrive to work late or skip it entirely due to “last-minute childcare disruptions,” per the Independent Restaurant Coalition.

From Salon • Dec. 8, 2024

It is expected advisers on all sides will work late on Friday, or into the weekend, if necessary providing a positive outcome is still possible before the Christmas break.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2023

He couldn’t cook much, but if his mom had to work late, he’d make dinner sometimes.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins