work in
[verb]
Synonyms: insinuate, edge in, foist, infiltrate, worm

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work somebody/something in phrasal verb (see also work)

1. work something ↔ in (also work something into something) to include something in a speech, piece of writing, activity etc:
He managed to work in a few references to his new book.
Here are a few goodies you can work into your daily diet.

2. work something ↔ in (also work something into something) to add one substance to another and mix them together in a very thorough way:
Work the butter into the flour.

3. American English spoken to arrange to meet someone, even though you are very busy Synonym : fit somebody in British English:
My schedule’s pretty full, but I think I can work you in.

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work in
1. • work in
rub in
We spent a long time trying to work the softening cream into the leather.

2. • work in (someone or something)
insert someone or something (into a schedule)
My doctor was very busy but she was able to work me into her schedule.

[TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲

work in something
• work in (someone or something)
insert someone or something (into a schedule)
My doctor was very busy but she was able to work me into her schedule.

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work in
v.
1. To rub in.
The nurse told Mary to put some cream on her skin and to work it in gently with her fingers.
2. To slip in; mix in; put in;
When Mary was planning the show, she worked a part in for her friend Susan.

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