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multi-tasking

American  
[muhl-tee-task-ing, muhl-tahy-] / ˈmʌl tiˌtæsk ɪŋ, ˈmʌl taɪ- /

noun

  1. the act of undertaking more than one task simultaneously.


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The multi-tasking head coach at Valencia, Larry Muir, being the drone operator.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 28, 2026

Others said the tools were great for multi-tasking and saving time.

From BBC Apr. 5, 2026

The extra screen space demanded a bigger battery and more memory chips for increased multi-tasking.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 31, 2026

In fact, the only time I’m not multi-tasking is when it comes time to start writing.

From Seattle Times Jun. 9, 2023

Having users on a multi-tasking machine with multiple phone lines was like having a gaggle of children.

From Underground by Dreyfus, Suelette

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