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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
In Texas, where classrooms are increasingly diverse, and teacher workloads remain intense, the answer may determine whether AI becomes a disruptive force or a genuinely transformative one.
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Wyles Daniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Its platform hosts different software tools that help workplaces manage workloads, regulatory compliance, and analyze data.
—Charlotte Hu, Time, 9 June 2026
Officials said the system will combine proven and next-generation processors in what is known as a heterogeneous architecture, allowing different chip types to handle different workloads more efficiently.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 June 2026
Uber joins a growing list of companies laying off employees, with many firms citing the benefit of artificial intelligence in automating workloads and improving efficiency.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 3 June 2026
For a team that expects another long October, managing workloads and innings in the first half of the season is critical.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 3 June 2026
That’s despite growing appeal as the oldest baby boomers are turning 80 this year and the United States faces a deepening shortage of home care aides, driven by low wages, high turnover and demanding workloads.
—Matt O’Brien, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Stress relievers Even though many employees prefer working from home, these positions can still be stressful due to demand, deadlines and large workloads.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
Delivering the petaflops of processing power required to run massive local AI models, the RTX Spark is built to crunch through heavy workloads that are simply too demanding for traditional PCs paired with standard discrete GPUs.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026
Wyles Daniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Its platform hosts different software tools that help workplaces manage workloads, regulatory compliance, and analyze data.
—Charlotte Hu, Time, 9 June 2026
Officials said the system will combine proven and next-generation processors in what is known as a heterogeneous architecture, allowing different chip types to handle different workloads more efficiently.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 June 2026
Uber joins a growing list of companies laying off employees, with many firms citing the benefit of artificial intelligence in automating workloads and improving efficiency.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 3 June 2026
For a team that expects another long October, managing workloads and innings in the first half of the season is critical.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 3 June 2026
That’s despite growing appeal as the oldest baby boomers are turning 80 this year and the United States faces a deepening shortage of home care aides, driven by low wages, high turnover and demanding workloads.
—Matt O’Brien, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Stress relievers Even though many employees prefer working from home, these positions can still be stressful due to demand, deadlines and large workloads.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
Delivering the petaflops of processing power required to run massive local AI models, the RTX Spark is built to crunch through heavy workloads that are simply too demanding for traditional PCs paired with standard discrete GPUs.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for workloads
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The initial system, named Eos, serves as a large-scale prototype designed to achieve steady-state fusion and test structural integrity under real operational loads.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
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Einride's proprietary optimization software, Saga AI, is also being used to manage EV execution of select Amazon loads, including charging planning.—
Eric Rosenbaum,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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Rudin relinquished his Broadway producing duties in 2021 following allegations of bullying but returned last season with a transfer of Little Bear Ridge Road, also starring Metcalf.—
Vulture Editors,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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For example, the EU and CPTPP countries already ban countries from levying duties on certain digital activities and content.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
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One of the board's first tasks will be reviewing and finalizing the Colfax Community Vision & Action Plan.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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If tasks pile up, batch similar actions and protect your calendar edges, since boundaries keep interruptions from scattering your concentration.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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Courts are also deciding lawsuits over whether workers were illegally fired in retaliation for doing their jobs under previous administrations.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Washington — While millions of Americans are struggling to find jobs in a tough labor market, healthcare is emerging as a lifeline for career changers.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Fling has not directed a mainstage show at Goodspeed before, but he’s been deeply involved in every production there since one of his roles is as a line producer overseeing all the shows not just at the Opera House but at Goodspeed’s space for new works, the Terris Theatre in Chester.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2026
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Gutierrez said the jury would not privilege any particular documentary form, but would prioritize works that communicate genuine emotion and connect with viewers.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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“Workloads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workloads. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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