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UK//aɪv bɪn ˈwɜːkɪŋ ðæt aʊt//US//aɪv bɪn ˈwɜrkɪŋ ðæt aʊt//

Meaning of I've been working that out

I have been trying to find a solution or answer.

In simple words: I have figured this out.

I've been working that out in a sentence

  • I've been working that out for a while now, and I think I have a solution.
  • I've been working that out, and it seems more complicated than I thought.
  • She said, 'I've been working that out all week, and I finally get it.'
  • I've been working that out during my free time, it's quite engaging.

How to use I've been working that out

This phrase is commonly used in conversations where problem-solving or figuring things out is discussed. It's informal, so avoid it in very formal writing or situations.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Think of 'I've' like saying 'I've solved this puzzle!'

Related words

Collocations with I've been working that out

  • been working that out
  • working that out together
  • working that out for weeks

Synonyms for I've been working that out

  • I've figured that out
  • I've resolved that
  • I've determined that
  • I've solved that
  • I've decoded that

Common mistakes with I've been working that out

  • Confused with 'I worked that out' - this implies the process is complete.
  • Misusing the phrase in formal contexts.
  • Omitting the contraction 'I've' and saying 'I have been working that out'.

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Frequently asked questions about I've been working that out

What does I've been working that out mean?

I have figured this out.

What is the definition of I've been working that out?

I have been trying to find a solution or answer.

How do you use I've been working that out in a sentence?

I've been working that out for a while now, and I think I have a solution.

Can you give another example of I've been working that out?

I've been working that out, and it seems more complicated than I thought.

What are synonyms for I've been working that out?

Common alternatives include I've figured that out, I've resolved that, I've determined that, I've solved that, I've decoded that.

What words go with I've been working that out?

It commonly pairs with been working that out, working that out together, working that out for weeks.

What are common mistakes when using I've been working that out?

Confused with 'I worked that out' - this implies the process is complete. Misusing the phrase in formal contexts. Omitting the contraction 'I've' and saying 'I have been working that out'.

How do you pronounce I've been working that out?

US: //aɪv bɪn ˈwɜrkɪŋ ðæt aʊt//, UK: //aɪv bɪn ˈwɜːkɪŋ ðæt aʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I've been working that out?

This phrase is commonly used in conversations where problem-solving or figuring things out is discussed. It's informal, so avoid it in very formal writing or situations.