Idiom idiom
a lot to do
Meaning
This phrase means you have many tasks or activities that you need to complete. It is a common way to say that you are very busy.
Examples
“I have a lot to do today.”
“I cannot go to the cinema tonight because I still have a lot to do before tomorrow morning.”
“With the project deadline approaching rapidly, the team realized they had a lot to do if they hoped to finish the report on time.”
Last updated April 22, 2026