round-the-clock

adjective

ˈrau̇n(d)-ṯẖə-ˈkläk

Synonyms of round-the-clock next

: around-the-clock

Examples of round-the-clock in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Naval historians noted the sailors assigned with the grueling work of loading ships with munitions for the war were poorly trained, faced hazardous working conditions, low morale, and increasing quotas that demanded round-the-clock work. —

Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 17 July 2024 Although the Secret Service, a unit of the US Department of Homeland Security, provides round-the-clock security to former presidents, Trump’s appearances at mega rallies have posed unique challenges. —

Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 15 July 2024 Pennsylvania rally on Saturday, news networks are continuing round-the-clock coverage. —

Glenn Garner, Deadline, 14 July 2024 Shrub Oak previously told us that while operating a round-the-clock school is challenging, its staff is adequate. —

Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 12 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for round-the-clock

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Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of round-the-clock was in 1907

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“Round-the-clock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/round-the-clock. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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