1
as in ordinary
being of the type that is encountered in the normal course of events
just a workaday guy living a workaday life
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2
as in mundane
having to do with the practical details of regular life
workaday matters such as cooking, cleaning, and grocery shopping
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as in casual
not designed to be worn only on special occasions
a workaday outfit that I could afford to get dirty
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Recent Examples of workaday
Yes, deals get done The diary of the workaday sales exec at most of the major distribs is filled with meetings with their acquisitions exec equivalent.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
The experience starts at street level, in a room that’s meant to be a transition between the workaday world outside and the scientist’s domain downstairs.
—Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
But for the veteran actor-screenwriter-comedian, the destination didn't ring true for his workaday, working-class character.
—Chris Foran, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
But for workaday journalists, the cost of a muted campaign is significant.
—Michael M. Grynbaum, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2020
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
The experience starts at street level, in a room that’s meant to be a transition between the workaday world outside and the scientist’s domain downstairs.
—Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
But for the veteran actor-screenwriter-comedian, the destination didn't ring true for his workaday, working-class character.
—Chris Foran, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
But for workaday journalists, the cost of a muted campaign is significant.
—Michael M. Grynbaum, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for workaday
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Deuterium can replace one or both of the ordinary hydrogen atoms in water, which is what scientists mean by deuterium enrichment.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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For instance, investments that give off income that is taxed at ordinary rates go into retirement accounts like IRAs, said CFP Cathy Curtis, founder and CEO of Curtis Financial Planning.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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Jason Bateman delivers the mundane analogy like a pro, blending sincerity and uncertainty inside his singular, nervous vocal rhythms.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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Spring window washing sounds mundane.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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The sport is still years away from drawing the casual fan to the arena.—
Mac Engel
March 31,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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It’s built for casual listening virtually anywhere, including the park, the beach, or at home, and offers up to 7 hours of battery life on a single charge.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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The mall resumed operations as normal following the shooting, as police determined there was no threat to the general public.—
Andrew Adeolu,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Waymo vehicles also can take 30 minutes to wait for and twice as long as a normal ride.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Utilize them in your everyday cooking.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
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While Big Tech exploits vulnerable Floridians, Florida’s lawmakers are taking action to prevent the costs of data centers from shifting to regular utility ratepayers, ensuring that innovation does not come at the expense of everyday Floridians.—
Brendan Steinhauser,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Food and drink Head to Cugino for breakfast or an informal lunch.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Through performances, activations, and informal exchanges, visitors are invited to share personal stories that become part of an evolving audio component.—
Olga Garcia-Mayoral,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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The tank was placed on the ice March 10 and fell through by March 25, weeks earlier than usual.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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The injury riddled Kings — playing their second game in 24 hours and their third in four nights — were even more shorthanded than usual.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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Games that still are too typical of the NCAA women’s tournament where the higher seed seldom loses.—
Mac Engel
March 31,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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Food and drink At first glance, Harriet’s Rooftop & Lounge seemed like a typical NYC rooftop—the kind of place where views take priority and food is an afterthought.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Workaday.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workaday. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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