to-do list
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of to-do list
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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“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
I told him I'd never been but one day it may hit my to-do list.
From BBC ● May 15, 2026
He also recommends limiting a given day’s to-do list.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
Bridge saw her mom mentally checking this task off of her to-do list.
From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead
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