workday
noun
a day on which work is done; working day.
workdays
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pluralof workday.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"Even in peacetime conditions, the quarters are cramped, the workdays are long, the food is not great, and it's difficult to get fresh air, exercise and even a decent night's sleep," Schroden said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
In Viv Chen’s interview with Tory Burch, the designer compares her workdays to being “like an athlete where it’s about discipline and grit and endurance.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 15, 2026
Burned out by 16-hour workdays, she retired earlier than planned in late 2020.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 25, 2026
Maintaining a faster pace to tackle more tasks results in longer workdays.
From Slate ● Apr. 9, 2026
Miller was a large man and a likable one who sometimes on slow workdays organized the boys into teams and taught them intricate games on the playing field.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
