to-do
Americannoun
noun
Synonym Usage
See ado.
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of to-do
before 900; Middle English, Old English; noun use of infinitive phrase; see to, do 1, ado
Example Sentences
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“If you just use a ‘soft’ day to create space and then just add more to your to-do list, you’re not doing yourself any favors,” she says.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
City players are scheduled to report for pre-season on 20 July, with those taking part in the World Cup given extra time off, but what is on Maresca's immediate to-do list once he gets started?
From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026
“Whether you’re chasing dreams, tackling that to-do list, or just enjoying a quiet morning at home, I hope it brings a smile with every sip.”
From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026
The world’s No. 1 women’s golfer won for the fourth time in 2026 on Sunday and checked off the biggest item on her to-do list.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
On Friday night, when I made a to-do list and schedule for Saturday, it hit me just how much I had to do.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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