multitasking
Britishnoun
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computing the execution of various diverse tasks simultaneously
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the carrying out of two or more tasks at the same time by one person
Example Sentences
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Mr. Epstein used to make long lists that compelled multitasking and induced anxiety.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
The biggest gains appeared during multitasking and in tasks that required many steps.
From Science Daily • Jan. 28, 2026
Dementia tends to be thought of mostly as a memory-loss disease, but there are many other aspects, including disorientation, difficulty balancing, poor coordination, trouble multitasking, confusion, wandering, apathy, irritability, impulsivity, poor judgment, and social inappropriateness.
From Slate • Jan. 26, 2026
They’re said to enable PCs that are better at multitasking and creative functions.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 5, 2026
My mother was such a strong, wise, multitasking force.
From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana
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