as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
the mob boss's thugs really worked him over
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Recent Examples of work over
Lamprecht has two decades of experience in the sector, working over the years with luxury brands ranging from Ferragamo and Valentino to Etro.
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
Those whose job were funded by an excise tax on cigarettes, for example, said they were not called back to work over the weekend.
—Christina Jewett, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2025
Bryant said he was punched in the face, then taken to an isolated area and worked over some more.
—Graham Rayman, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2025
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the governing body overseeing the OG of award shows, has worked over the past decade to restructure the membership of film professionals who vote on the Oscars each year.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
Those whose job were funded by an excise tax on cigarettes, for example, said they were not called back to work over the weekend.
—Christina Jewett, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2025
Bryant said he was punched in the face, then taken to an isolated area and worked over some more.
—Graham Rayman, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2025
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the governing body overseeing the OG of award shows, has worked over the past decade to restructure the membership of film professionals who vote on the Oscars each year.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for work over
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The race is being widely viewed as a must-win for Democrats who at the national level are still licking their 2024 election wounds, as well as a potential referendum on Trump and Musk.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2025
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Cora appears to enjoy the routine and happily lets the cat lick at the tufts of blonde hair on her head.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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Ellie hides her injury from Dina when her friend arrives to rescue her, and the women are summoned to appear before the town leaders to share their experience.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Ellie hides her injury from Dina when her friend arrives to rescue her, and the women are summoned to appear before the town leaders to share their experience.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Then, pound the lid shut with a rubber mallet and store the paint upside down.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2025
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Southern California was being pounded by a major storm Thursday morning, bringing evacuation warnings and fears of mudslides.—
Shelby Grad,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
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Better to lash out first, or at least build up a protective armor.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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All the while, sawn-off shotguns; love locks inscribed with names lashed to bridges, their keys slung into the river; and other reminders of modern life are topping up the Thames.—
Sean Kingsley,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Apr. 2025
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Neither version remembers what the other does.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The man himself was thinking how Jon Rahm did the same thing in 2023 and went on to win.—
Jordan Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2025
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With all the injuries hitting the Nuggets, Gordon has been a go-to player for the team.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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Meanwhile, Lebanon's state news agency said Israeli artillery hit two towns in southern Lebanon and that three other towns close to the border were hit by airstrikes.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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The duo’s lone forced turnover came Week 1 when Holland punched out the football just as Jacksonville Jaguars running back Trevor Etienne was about to cross the goal line.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025
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It was punched out by Atlanta goalkeeper Brad Guzan and floated in the air near Zaha.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Mar. 2025
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Take it from us and whip out this gem for special occasions versus everyday wear, as Gucci recommends shielding it from direct light, heat, and rain.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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In the early hours of April 21, 1775, gale-force winds whipped across the town square, driving the shivering sentries from their posts to the shelter of their beds.—
Andrew Lawler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Work over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/work%20over. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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