task
noun
a definite piece of work assigned to, falling to, or expected of a person; duty.
tasks
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pluralof task.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof task (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
tasknouna definite piece of work assigned to, falling to, or expected of a person; duty.
Example Sentences
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Generative AI can synthesize and extrapolate in valuable ways, but it also can produce wrong answers or take on tasks that educators would see as inappropriate or counterproductive — such as writing papers for students.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
"The tasks are going to be automated, but our jobs' purpose remains," he said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
Otsuka said the firm can help companies carry out tasks together even when management is unsure of the outcome.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Constantly thinking about money and bills may consume mental resources, leaving less capacity available for other cognitive tasks.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 2, 2026
“I’ve got my own tasks for Amelia; your laziness is not an excuse for taxing my girl.”
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
