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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
Microsoft claims both devices can deliver at least 19 hours of video playback, with the smaller model adding an extra hour or two in select workloads.
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Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 16 June 2026
The firm said growing CPU demand tied to agentic AI workloads will support higher memory prices for longer, stretching into the second half of 2027.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Adjust workloads, extend deadlines, temporarily shift assignments or projects.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 14 June 2026
Cyber expertise cannot deepen when accountability is unclear, workloads are unmanaged and wellbeing is neglected.
—Harpreet Sidhu, Fortune, 13 June 2026
The boldest bet is CEO Elon Musk’s proposal for a system of orbital data centers, including a constellation of up to one million satellites that would run AI workloads on solar power gathered in orbit.
—Chris Stokel-Walker, Scientific American, 12 June 2026
For the hyperscalers, agentic modernization becomes a customer acquisition strategy that pulls workloads onto their own infrastructure.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The work covers encryption practices, secure data routing, and access controls for highly sensitive workloads.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
Its platform hosts different software tools that help workplaces manage workloads, regulatory compliance, and analyze data.
—Charlotte Hu, Time, 9 June 2026
Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 16 June 2026
The firm said growing CPU demand tied to agentic AI workloads will support higher memory prices for longer, stretching into the second half of 2027.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 15 June 2026
Adjust workloads, extend deadlines, temporarily shift assignments or projects.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 14 June 2026
Cyber expertise cannot deepen when accountability is unclear, workloads are unmanaged and wellbeing is neglected.
—Harpreet Sidhu, Fortune, 13 June 2026
The boldest bet is CEO Elon Musk’s proposal for a system of orbital data centers, including a constellation of up to one million satellites that would run AI workloads on solar power gathered in orbit.
—Chris Stokel-Walker, Scientific American, 12 June 2026
For the hyperscalers, agentic modernization becomes a customer acquisition strategy that pulls workloads onto their own infrastructure.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The work covers encryption practices, secure data routing, and access controls for highly sensitive workloads.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026
Its platform hosts different software tools that help workplaces manage workloads, regulatory compliance, and analyze data.
—Charlotte Hu, Time, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for workloads
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As one of Montana’s longest standing dude ranches, the property is constantly reimagining through refined design, a wildly impressive staff, and heaps of annual events bringing loads of travelers, from local to first-time ranchers alike.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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At Cattlemen’s, still newish from its $3 million remodeling, the menu leads with a 2-pound porterhouse ($95) and loads of Western steakhouse character.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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After the road trip, Washington, then 73, stepped aside from his managerial duties indefinitely before undergoing quadruple bypass heart surgery.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Høiby has no royal title, performs no official duties and is not in the line of succession.—
Gwladys Fouche,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Claude for Life Sciences outperforms human expert baselines on a range of complex life sciences tasks including understanding, manipulating and writing laboratory experiment protocols.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Quiet focus helps complex tasks feel lighter.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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But labor unions and safety experts warn driverless big rigs could threaten jobs and public safety.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Most of the jobs, 334, are full-time, which is 109 above the pre-construction projection in that category.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 June 2026
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Host Rachel Holt explores this one-of-a-kind sculpture park where massive installations, scenic views, and interactive works transform a walk through nature into an immersive creative experience.—
Rachel Holt,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Recent studies of the river outlet works have shown that managers can operate the backup tubes continuously in a safe way, said Katrina Grantz, the deputy regional director for Reclamation’s Upper Colorado Region, at a conference in Boulder earlier this month.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
21 June 2026
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“Workloads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workloads. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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