in work

Employed. After almost a year of unemployment, I'm thrilled to be back in work right now. A: "Are you still in work at the local college?" B: "Yes, I work in the library." Just tell the recruiter that you're not in work at the moment. She doesn't need to know that you got fired!

in/out of ˈwork

having/not having a paid job: I’ve been out of work for a year. ♢ Is your husband in work at the moment? ♢ an out-of-work actor

See also: of, out, work

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