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
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The larger screens help with multitasking and reviewing documents.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
Because this part of the brain generally handles one demanding task at a time, it has long been viewed as a major limit on multitasking.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026
This is the kind of mega multitasking challenge her career has prepared her for.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
Instead of shrinking their work, AI will lead to “work intensification” where employees use their newfound tools to tackle a broader scope of tasks, resulting in increased multitasking across the company.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 28, 2026
Dr. Strayer had made an important connection between the past research in the attention/distraction field and the challenges faced by multitasking drivers.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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