Busy-work Definition

noun
Alternative spelling for busy work.
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(idiomatic, chiefly US) Work or activity performed with the intention or result of occupying time, and not necessarily to accomplish something productive; routine work of low priority undertaken for the sake of avoiding idleness.

Until we have a system clearly established, entering more data is just busy work.
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Busy-work Sentence Examples

  • LoveToKnow would like to thank Mary Findley for taking time out of her busy work schedule to share her many helpful green cleaning tips.

  • A modeling agency takes care of all of the busy work such as paperwork, following up and the like.

  • If you do poorly in school as a result of a busy work schedule, your college degree may not help you accomplish your goals and may end up not being worth the investment.

  • It can be tough to juggle busy work schedules with course deadlines and assignments, but it's one way to end up with less debt and help offset tuition costs.

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