did his work

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John went into his office, sat down, and did his work.Does did his work sound good? If not, what about did his business/chore/job? Are there more alternatives? Thanks.

Vorpar · Accepted Answer

Job can fit.

"Did his business" is a euphemism for going to the bathroom.

Chore is usually reserved for the work a child does around the house, or a really difficult task: "Putting that puzzle together was a chore!"

Angliholic · Answer

VorparJob can fit.

"Did his business" is a euphemism for going to the bathroom.

Chore is usually reserved for the work a child does around the house, or a really difficult task: "Putting that puzzle together was a chore!"

Thanks, Vorpar, for your reply.

So did his job instead of did his work does the trick, right?

Clive · Answer

Hi,

John went into his office, sat down, and did his work.

Does did his work sound good? If not, what about did his business/chore/job? Are there more alternatives?

I think it would be more natural to say John went into his office, sat down and worked.

'Did his work' subtly suggests 'all his work', but when you have a job your work is never finished. There is always more to do tomorrow.

( I'd omit the comma after 'down'. )

Best wishes, Clive

Angliholic · Answer

Thanks, Clive, for the clear explanation.

I get it now.

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