work into
phrasal verb
worked into; working into; works into
1
: to add or include (something) in (something)
She tried to find a way of working her question into the conversation.
2
: to stir or mix (something) into (something)
Work the nuts and raisins into the dough.
3
: to gradually cause (someone) to be in (an excited, angry, or frightened state)
He worked himself into a rage/panic.
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The goal was to recycle metal work into something wearable.
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Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The deadline to pass bills was Friday, but legislators are planning to extend their work into Saturday to pass additional measures.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The former 49ers pass catcher will surely be worked into the lineup immediately, especially considering the team is dealing with mounting injuries.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The defense is still getting back to full strength from a health perspective, and the offense is still working into a rhythm after not playing in the preseason.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
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Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The deadline to pass bills was Friday, but legislators are planning to extend their work into Saturday to pass additional measures.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The former 49ers pass catcher will surely be worked into the lineup immediately, especially considering the team is dealing with mounting injuries.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The defense is still getting back to full strength from a health perspective, and the offense is still working into a rhythm after not playing in the preseason.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for work into
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“Work into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20into. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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