busywork
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of busywork
Example Sentences
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After all, what Melania Trump really needs is busywork.
From Salon • Feb. 1, 2026
What benefits have you found from the mental break provided by busywork?
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
On an individual level, Yee says, people may opt in to occasional busywork to give their brains a break or simply work a little less instead of squeezing every drop of AI-enhanced productivity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 26, 2025
But when you’re occupied by that idle busywork, it’s easy enough to convince yourself it matters.
From Slate • Aug. 13, 2025
Principal Marshall looked up from all his busywork.
From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds
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