for work vs for working

Both 'for work' and 'for working' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'For work' is used to refer to activities related to one's job or profession, while 'for working' is used to describe the purpose of something or someone being in a functional state.

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for work

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to activities related to one's job or profession.

This phrase is used to indicate that something is done in the context of one's job or profession. It can refer to tasks, projects, or any other work-related activities.

Examples:

I need to finish this report for work.
She bought a new laptop for work purposes.
He is traveling to New York for work.
I have a meeting scheduled for work tomorrow.
She is taking a course for work advancement.

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Additional demand for work can be created.
The new generations offer new directions for work and research.
My mother came here for work.
Hongyeon, mama's going to town for work.
Made derrick stone late for work.
I was surprised when he didn't turn up for work.
Or turning up for work at the library.
I'm saying you're late for work.
Excuse me, honey... besides, I'm late for work.
I'm meeting someone for work.
The remainder will pile arms and prepare for work.
All those times you traveled for work -
Which is why you were late for work.
I have to go. I'm late for work.
Come, you're going to be late for work.
She says they came for work and a better life.
You'll be late for work.
He left for work at 7.
We started phoning hospitals when he didn't show up for work today.
No, I have to get up early for work tomorrow.

Alternatives:

for my job
for my profession
for my career
for employment
for business

for working

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe the purpose of something or someone being in a functional state.

This phrase is used to indicate the purpose of something or someone being in a functional state. It can refer to tools, equipment, or even people.

Examples:

I need a computer for working on my projects.
She bought a new phone for working remotely.
He needs a desk for working from home.
This machine is for working with wood.
The office space is for working collaboratively.

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Describes some tips for working safely.
Thanks for working as fast as you can.
Hydraulic presses for working metal n.e.c.
Grinding or polishing machines, for working optical glass
Susu, thank you for working so hard.
Under Justice Department investigation for working with the Ciudad Natal Cartel.
Not much good for working, but...
Here are the forged documents necessary for working inside the compound.
Part 2 addresses task design for working with computer systems.
The small handle for working with precision blades PB 53 consists of a single component.
This place is ideal for working.
Psychometricians have also developed methods for working with large matrices of correlations and covariances.
Restaurant offers authentic agricultural props that were once indispensable for working in vineyards and fields.
It's great for working with up to 25 people.
Zero tail swing for working in tight and confined spaces.
Some prisoners have even admitted that they were paid for working in the factories.
Our gilets offer excellent freedom of movement, especially for working outdoors.
Here are the forged documents necessary for working inside the compound.
Movavi's video maker combines many possibilities for working with multimedia.
Cherry blossom crochet halter corset pattern for sale from @crochetkitten who provides a related tutorial for working with boning.

Alternatives:

for functioning
for operation
for use
for productivity
for performance

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