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Wordabulary

busy

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Having a lot to do, with little free time.

"He was too busy at work to answer the phone."

Synonyms and antonyms

Antonyms

free idle

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He was too _____ at work to answer the phone."

Answer: busy

In your own words, what does "busy" mean?

Having a lot to do, with little free time.

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