Build
Build verb - To form by putting together parts or materials.
Work on
Work on verb - To exert effort in order to do, make, or perform something.
Both terms in one sentence
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The police officer who scolds Kiki for flying in the middle of the street is subtle, referencing Miyazaki's work on Lupin III by having Lupin's face and build.
Source: Anime / Kiki's Delivery Service - Later on, they try to use human brains to build instantaneous portals that work on a different principle than sliding tech in order to bypass the Slidecage.
Source: Interdimensional Travel Device - However, while he does build his own inventions and work on his secret projects, his friend Trea still mocked him because she found more than half of his scientific data from his notes incorrect.
Source: Literature / Jack Blank
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