schoolwork

noun

school·​work ˈskül-ˌwərk How to pronounce schoolwork (audio)
Synonyms of schoolworknext
: lessons done in class or assigned to be done at home

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Since Martinez’s apprehension, her teenage daughter now struggles to focus on her schoolwork, the lawsuit said. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026 Devoting extra time to children, including monitoring their schoolwork and enrolling them in enrichment activities that require time and money, has become one way for parents with privilege to give their children a leg up. Darby Saxbe, The Conversation, 16 June 2026 Sophie is also struggling with her schoolwork and personal life. Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026 This season, schoolwork in the rearview mirror, Antonelli can’t stop winning and setting new records. Sean Gregory, Time, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for schoolwork

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First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of schoolwork was in 1803

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“Schoolwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/schoolwork. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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schoolwork

noun
school·​work -ˌwərk How to pronounce schoolwork (audio)
: lessons done in classes at school or assigned to be done at home

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