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I was at work vs I was in work

The correct phrase is "I was at work." This is the commonly used expression to indicate that someone was physically present in their workplace. "I was in work" is not a standard English phrase.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate being present at one's workplace.

"I was at work"

This phrase is used to convey that someone was present in their workplace or performing their job duties.

Examples:

  • I was at work when the meeting started.
  • She was at work all day yesterday.
  • Were you at work when the incident happened?
  • He is always at work early in the morning.
  • They were at work when the power went out.
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  • Aug 23, 2024 ... While I was at work tonight, there was a party in my yard. My husband got this pic of the cross-species bash.
  • Jan 20, 2021 ... "I was at work, but apparently she said: 'Is that mommy? It looks like mommy.' Best compliment I ever got! It matters."

Alternatives:

  • I was working.
  • I was in the office.
  • I was on the job.
  • I was on duty.
  • I was present at my workplace.

This phrase is not a standard English expression to convey the idea of being present at one's workplace.

"I was in work"

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  • 6 days ago ... How much to fix? I was in work some dickhead hit my car and dipped I didn't see this for a good 3 hours. Discussion.
  • Jun 4, 2019 ... I don't think it makes much difference but I was in work release. I did not click on that option. Will this affect my return. I can't see ...
  • I was in work mode: professional, composed and taking notes so I could write our first Project ADAM blog. And then I heard those words above spoken by Joe ...
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  • Apr 21, 2024 ... I was in work early and out later than most. I became frustrated when I couldn't see a clear pathway to the next rung on the ladder up or ...
  • Jun 28, 2023 ... This is a near-constant request from him, and just then I was in work-mode. “Sorry buddy, not now.” Meaning, as it often does, “probably not ...

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