chores

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

They have their uses, he says, but will never be able to tackle complicated situations in the real world, like getting a robot to do household chores.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

“I’m supposed to be working; instead I’m watching World Cup. I’m supposed to be doing chores; instead I am watching World Cup.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Fisher said his dad is still capable of helping his mom, so Fisher does other chores that might cut into his father’s time to rest.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

Meet the millennial fathers who are bucking traditional stereotypes, splitting the chores, and redefining what it means to lead a modern conservative family.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

Taking the wash down the street to Quon’s laundry was usually my younger brothers’ job, but extra chores were part of my punishment.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu