work over
Example Sentences
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At the end of his life, 81-year-old Wilbur boards a supernatural train that takes him to critical moments in his past, revealing how often he chose work over relationships.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
She too has found it hard having to prioritise work over her two young children.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026
It’s taken a lot of work over the course of 15 years, but now I’m mostly functional.
From Slate • Feb. 19, 2026
“We never stop moving and can prioritize thinking about work over other areas in life,” he says.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026
My mom’s eyes slowly work over to me.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
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