daily dozen

noun

Synonyms of daily dozen next

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1

: a series of physical exercises to be performed daily : workout

2

: a set of routine duties or tasks

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of daily dozen was in 1918

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“Daily dozen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/daily%20dozen. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.

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