NOUN: "[activity] that usually appears productive or of intrinsic value but actually only keeps one occupied" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "[activity] that usually appears productive or of intrinsic value but actually only keeps one occupied" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. active work of little value

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

INTRINSIC (adjective)
1. belonging to a thing by its very nature
2. situated within or belonging solely to the organ or body part on which it acts
PRODUCTIVE (adjective)
1. marked by great fruitfulness
2. having the ability to produce or originate

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