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the amount of work that is expected to be done
Students complained about the heavy workload.
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Recent Examples of workloads
Nexus One now supports job-aware observability, allowing operators to correlate network behavior directly with GPU workloads.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
More parameters rarely translate to better outcomes for most workloads.
—Abhas Ricky, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
The five-star analyst also noted the new features offered by the company, including vector search and application modernization capabilities, which bolster its position to win additional workloads.
—Tipranks, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
That’s because spring training and the early parts of the schedule always seem to bring more injuries — a reality that the Yankees have acknowledged this winter — and Max Fried, Cam Schlittler and Will Warren are all coming off career-high workloads.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Neoclouds like Crusoe can focus squarely on AI workloads, seeking out better performance for customized models.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The department was able to save about $131,000 by utilizing cost-effective vendors, applying for grants, redistributing workloads, and eliminating full- and part-time positions, according to a one-sheet informational page about the reorganization from the department.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Several new companies have also been founded specifically to help AI data centers shift workloads and even use in-house battery storage to temporarily move data centers’ power use off the grid during power shortages.
—Conor Harrison, The Conversation, 3 Feb. 2026
This positions the company for more robust growth as the industry adapts to prioritize AI workloads.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
More parameters rarely translate to better outcomes for most workloads.
—Abhas Ricky, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
The five-star analyst also noted the new features offered by the company, including vector search and application modernization capabilities, which bolster its position to win additional workloads.
—Tipranks, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
That’s because spring training and the early parts of the schedule always seem to bring more injuries — a reality that the Yankees have acknowledged this winter — and Max Fried, Cam Schlittler and Will Warren are all coming off career-high workloads.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Neoclouds like Crusoe can focus squarely on AI workloads, seeking out better performance for customized models.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The department was able to save about $131,000 by utilizing cost-effective vendors, applying for grants, redistributing workloads, and eliminating full- and part-time positions, according to a one-sheet informational page about the reorganization from the department.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Several new companies have also been founded specifically to help AI data centers shift workloads and even use in-house battery storage to temporarily move data centers’ power use off the grid during power shortages.
—Conor Harrison, The Conversation, 3 Feb. 2026
This positions the company for more robust growth as the industry adapts to prioritize AI workloads.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for workloads
Noun
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When using the dishwasher or washing machine, run full loads to maximize usage of the water.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
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The 2026 Super Bowl had loads of celebrities cheering on their favorite team from the VIP boxes—Jay-Z, Kendall Jenner, Saweetie, Rosé, and Travis Scott among them.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Over the course of her career, Karen Powers worked in the offices of three State Farm agents as a kind of office manager with, eventually, duties of selling insurance herself.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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Hyundai Motor Group has confirmed deployment at the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America by 2028, where initial duties will involve parts sequencing before expanding into full component assembly by 2030.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The technology could also improve performance in collaborative tasks that require physical contact, such as object handling, assisted mobility devices, and service robotics, by allowing robots to continuously adjust grip and contact force during interaction.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Feb. 2026
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Reservists are generally deployed for tasks in the Netherlands, but have occasionally also been sent overseas on a voluntary basis, said ministry spokesperson Meijer.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Every January, visitation effectively starts at zero — yet year after year, those efforts deliver results that power jobs, support small businesses, and expand opportunity far beyond the tourism industry.—
Paul S. Mears III,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Following a #SaveThePost social campaign, The Washington Post initiated a restructuring on Wednesday, cutting more than 300 jobs across its sports, books, metro and international sections, as well as shutting down the Post Reports podcast.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2026
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On the contemporary artist side, the duo Libby Rosen contributed seven luminous textile works made of marbled quilted fabric.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2026
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More than 30 of these works, created in a collaboration between people and bees, are in the exhibit.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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