workload

noun work·load \ ˈwərk-ˌlōd \

Definition of workload

1 :the amount of work or of working time expected or assigned

students with a heavy workload

2 :the amount of work performed or capable of being performed (as by a mechanical device) usually within a specific period

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That was enough to be a springboard to a bigger workload this season (although Bailey still missed significant time this year after yet another elbow procedure that offseason).

— zach buchanan, Cincinnati.com, "Anthony DeSclafani’s 2017 season now about 2018," 30 Aug. 2017
The youth movement is still going on by adding freshman Rawlings and sophomores Radonovich and Smith to the field to carry a big workload.

— randy mcroberts, The Aegis, "2017 girls soccer preview," 30 Aug. 2017
Trevathan's practice workload has been ramped since training camp began.

— dan wiederer, chicagotribune.com, "Bears teammates taking note of QB Mitch Trubisky's growing confidence," 25 Aug. 2017
But Hill in his rookie season reduced Thomas’ workload last season.

— blair kerkhoff, kansascity, "De’Anthony Thomas provides return boost for Chiefs," 25 Aug. 2017
A big disparity already exists between Ingram's chances and the workloads of Bell with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Johnson with the Arizona Cardinals.

— mark inabinett, AL.com, "Mark Ingram, Adrian Peterson listed as co-starters on New Orleans Saints' first depth chart," 8 Aug. 2017
The decision is not unprecedented for dance directors who combine the heavy workload of creative and administrative duties.

— roslyn sulcas, New York Times, "Ohad Naharin to Step Down as Batsheva Dance Company Artistic Director," 17 July 2017
Think: enough food, warm shelter in the winter, cool shelter in the summer, vaccination, sewers, fresh uncontaminated food all year round, much lighter workloads.

— luke dormehl, Fox News, "Live forever? Scientists say human bodies have no detectable maximum lifespan," 5 July 2017
For each player, the training staff would evaluate five components: The total distance covered, maximum velocity, explosiveness in each direction, yards run over 12 miles per hour and overall workload.

— rainer sabin, AL.com, "Inside the technology giving Alabama a competitive edge," 2 July 2017

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