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"works only when" is a correct and usable part of a sentence in written English.
It is typically used when describing a condition or situation in which something will function or be effective. Example: The machine works only when the power is turned on.
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Pump-priming works only when a well contains enough water.
Stigma works only when it's deployed against a beleaguered minority.
Unfortunately, Leafsnap works only when the leaf is placed on a white background.
Such burning also works only when oil is corralled to a certain thickness.
Democracy works only when the parties that lose an election accept the outcome.
Of course, the deal works only when a stock is rising.
Screen-reader software works only when it has text to read.
It has no batteries and works only when it is connected to a Mac or PC.
Many investors may not realize that borrowing to buy stocks works only when shares rise.
ArialPhone therefore works only when the PC is turned on, but that's not the biggest problem.
Intuitive eating works only when coupled with weight-neutrality, Ms. Harding said.
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