works backward

A form of work backward — To derive a process, rationale, etc. from its conclusions or results.

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Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of work backward
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APA

works backward. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/works%20backward

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“works backward.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/works%20backward. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “works backward,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/works%20backward.

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