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time management

British  

noun

  1. the analysis of how working hours are spent and the prioritization of tasks in order to maximize personal efficiency in the workplace

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The commission found that TikTok's time management tools were "easy to dismiss" including for young users, while parental controls required "additional time and skills from parents to introduce" them.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

These challenges can affect planning, time management, and impulse control.

From Science Daily • Jan. 24, 2026

“It’s improved my study habits and time management skills,” said Ahn, who used it to free himself of distractions while preparing for a modern world history exam.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

Ms. Twenge approves of such flexibility: “It makes sense to give an occasional extension for homework. But if it’s every night, you should probably have a discussion about time management with your kid.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

I emphasized my ability to work independently, that I was a self-starter and had excellent time management skills.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

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