schoolwork
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of schoolwork
Example Sentences
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Will that prevent her children from concentrating on schoolwork or having a full school experience that includes outdoor recreation?
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
Experts have linked excessive screen time to academic, physical and emotional harm, with the research focusing mainly on screen time outside of schoolwork, such as gaming and scrolling through videos and social media.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2026
She said it impacted many aspects of her life, including schoolwork and hobbies.
From BBC ● May 6, 2026
On days when participants felt more mentally alert, they were more likely to set goals and complete them, whether tackling schoolwork or everyday tasks like making dinner.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 15, 2026
I got ready for bed and couldn’t focus on the schoolwork I’d left unfinished.
From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi
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