WORKING OUT Synonyms: 172 Similar and Opposite Words

working out

verb

present participle of work out

as in solving

to find an answer for through reasoning by putting our heads together, we were able to work out the problem

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as in developing

to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort worked out a compromise between the warring factions

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as in succeeding

to turn out as planned or desired our plans for a ski vacation just didn't work out

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as in calculating

to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations after working out the cost of a college education, we've decided that it's never too early to start saving

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Recent Examples of working out Some fitness enthusiasts swear that working out on an empty stomach burns more fat, while others insist that eating beforehand is essential for maximizing energy and performance. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 Fry and Drew did make important contributions, working out passive techniques for setting hot and humid air in motion. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2026 Meanwhile, Okereke had been working out on his own in New Jersey, trying to simulate what a training camp looks like. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2026 Feliciano, a founder of Clearlake Capital in Santa Monica, took the mound at Petco Park on Monday afternoon, working out of a stretch and looking toward an invisible runner at second base before delivering a pitch. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 However, even those without a passion for boxing can enjoy working out with a speed bag. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026 Bieber's carousel also included a video of herself working out at a gym and a photo in which she was seen holding a plate of meatballs topped with red sauce and cheese. — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Donald has been working out at the Rams' Woodland Hills training complex and at home for several weeks in his attempt to return to NFL shape. — ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026 Four days before a Carabao Cup first-round tie at home to Portsmouth on Saturday, head coach Nuno Espirito Santo is still working out his strongest team. — Lee Clayton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

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OpenAI says the model has already contributed to solving difficult, long-standing mathematical problems.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
In 1966, the federal government commissioned a massive survey aimed at solving educational inequality.

— Rund Abdelfatah, NPR, 3 Sep. 2026

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SoCal likely in the clear A red blob on the hurricane center's forecast map well south of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula represents a developing tropical system, one that some models show could eventually impact California.

— Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Even the Barbie doll, while often derided for promoting an unhealthy body image for developing children, offered girls a glimpse of a different future than as a wife and mother, Kimmel argues.

— Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of developing

Verb

At present, markets have largely anticipated Andy Burnham succeeding Starmer.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Parton and my mom taught that literacy was key to succeeding — Mami regularly took us to the library, while Dolly created a nonprofit that provides free books to young children, including Spanish-language options.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of succeeding

Verb

Get comfortable calculating it accurately, because a sloppy SDE calculation is one of the fastest ways to lose credibility with a serious buyer before negotiations even begin.

— Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Members would research and recommend a new method for calculating how much property owners pay for landscaping, lighting and other services.

— Haley Parsley August 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026

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Metalpoint is delicate by comparison with ink, almost weblike; but in both cases, the drawings are unraveling clusters and skeins, with passages both tight and loose.

— Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
In spite of Desiree's civil case unraveling in 2013, public suspicion continued to follow Terri.

— Eileen Murphy, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of unraveling

Verb

Whether incorporated through a chic shoulder bag, lightweight layers, or comfy footwear, suede adds visual interest to any outfit without going over the top.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2026
Now both sides are releasing those background reports, with the defense going first by going over 20 pages of Austin Metcalf's behavioral history.

— J.D. Miles, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

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