work-in-progress
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Given humanoids are still a work-in-progress, they are currently rented out for clearly defined tasks.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
As part of its 2035 strategy, Berkeley said it would target an operating margin within its historic range of 17.5% to 19.5%, and reduce work-in-progress investment to match current sales levels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 1, 2026
“The woman wondered what she had gotten herself into” is the opening line of Carrie Bradshaw’s latest work-in-progress, a novel set in 1846.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2025
As well as finished props and sets, the exhibition will feature work-in-progress material and maquettes - a small-scale model or rough draft of a sculpture or architectural work - organisers say.
From BBC ● May 6, 2025
A color picture of the work-in-progress accompanied the article.
From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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