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Discover LudwigThe phrase "work or not" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express uncertainty about whether something will function or be effective. Example: "I’m not sure if this new software will work or not until I test it out."
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Do I want to work or not?
Will the IVF work or not?
"It will either work or not work.
It didn't work, or not so far.
PROFESSOR SHROPSHIRE says Mr. Shapiro's way can work, or not.
Whether such efforts work or not is hard to assess.
I didn't know if it would work or not.
If they work or not, they want the same salary.
Do you want this marriage to work or not?
Was Mr Green physically able to work or not?
What about these scenes makes them work or not?
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