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work over
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/wɜːk ˈəʊvə/
US
/wɜrk ˈoʊvər/
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Compare the two meanings of “work over” in the examples: “beat someone” and “revise something.”
Explain how the surrounding words help you identify which meaning of “work over” is intended.
Describe the tone and register of “work someone over” when it means “beat someone.”
Give three examples of “work over” meaning “revise or improve,” with Russian translations.
Compare “work over a project” with “work on a project.” How does the meaning change?
Rewrite the example about the project using a more common alternative to “work over.”
Create a short dialogue using both meanings of “work over,” then explain each use.
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