as in timer
a device to measure time
the clock reads 5:00 p.m.
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as in to knock
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
sick of being insulted, he swung around and clocked his tormentor hard enough to knock him off his bar stool
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Recent Examples of clock
Robert Ross, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2026
Jerry is 83 years old, and well aware of his play clock.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Jan. 2026
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 5 Jan. 2026
This 12 pack of electric torches is only $32, clocking in at under $3 each.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
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Noun
This example’s interior is dressed in blue vinyl and is equipped with a rally clock on the dash.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2026
Jerry is 83 years old, and well aware of his play clock.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
The average reader clocked in with eight.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 5 Jan. 2026
This 12 pack of electric torches is only $32, clocking in at under $3 each.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clock
Noun
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Another first-timer named Emma told me they’d only seen half the first episode a few days before the watch party.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
13 Jan. 2026
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No timer, no workout plan, just… jump.—
Danielle Zickl,
Outside,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Even 6 inches of moving water can pose a serious risk of knocking you off your feet.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Key's Jerry is a disruption through and through, knocking everything just a little off-kilter with each volatile appearance.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But this timekeeper goes to sixteen, measuring out an interminably long, thirty-two-hour day.—
Alex Jovanovich,
Artforum,
1 Jan. 2026
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Nonetheless, Tama remembers her years as the timekeeper on the roof of One Times Square fondly.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
31 Dec. 2025
Verb
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One defensive stop later, and the Hurricanes clinched their 31-27 win over the Rebels to punch their ticket into the national championship game.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Ravens battled the Pittsburgh Steelers in a crucial division matchup, where the winner would be crowned AFC North champs and punch its ticket into the postseason, while the loser would be sent packing.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Made together with Kenissi, the automatic movement runs at a rate of 28,800 vibrations/hour, provides 70 hours of power reserve, and is chronometer-certified by COSC.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
2 Jan. 2026
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As time-telling became more precise, ship navigators needed a standardized way to set their chronometers.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
31 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Five players were booked during their defeat to Cameroon, including Foster, who slapped the linesman’s hand twice and screamed in his face in frustration over a decision.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Mimicking what happened seven years earlier after the Dallas playoff win in Charlotte, the players ran back outside and took a lap around the stadium, slapping hands with delirious home fans.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The automatic timepiece in a 40mm red gold case highlights calendar and moon phase functions, also in red gold, which stands out nicely against the sunburst blue dial, all on a navy exotic strap.—
Laurie Brookins,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Jan. 2026
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Last year, the duo designed a one-of-a-kind Astronomia timepiece worth $1 million, along with a Peaceminusone jewelry collection centered around the G-Daisy.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Position yourself smack dab in the middle of the desert with this gorgeous two-bedroom getaway.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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Later, the man appears to smack the boy on the face.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Clock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clock. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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