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
Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2025
Then, Notre Dame began to bleed clock, and had a chance to strike late with a free position shot.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 13 May 2025
Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 15 May 2025
An international team of researchers including scientists from Korea's Chung-Ang University assessed 110 healthcare workers – 32 who worked excessive hours (52 or more per week) and 78 who clocked less than 52 hours per week, or what would be considered closer to standard hours in the field.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 15 May 2025
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Noun
His last two albums — 2021’s Dangerous: The Double Album and 2023’s One Thing at a Time — clock in at 30 and 36 tracks respectively, which thanks to streaming-era math is a boon to one’s chart fortunes.
—Maura Johnston, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2025
Then, Notre Dame began to bleed clock, and had a chance to strike late with a free position shot.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 13 May 2025
Verb
Players in the 40s, 50s and 60s in the rankings are clocking 13o mph with regularity.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 15 May 2025
An international team of researchers including scientists from Korea's Chung-Ang University assessed 110 healthcare workers – 32 who worked excessive hours (52 or more per week) and 78 who clocked less than 52 hours per week, or what would be considered closer to standard hours in the field.
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clock
Noun
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Baristas walk guests through the steps of brewing and pouring the tea, providing a timer for the perfect steep.—
Lina Abascal,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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Set a timer for five to ten minutes and quickly tackle high-traffic areas.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Amid the fighting, one boy punched another in the face, knocking him to the ground, and then began punching several other children.—
Lesley Cosme Torres,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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Remember, as little as 6 inches of moving water can knock you off your feet.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Tag Heuer returned as official timekeeper for Formula 1 in January, as part of a global 10-year deal with LVMH.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Rejoining Formula 1 as its official timekeeper in 2025 is part of this version —but the message is broader: the brand is for those who push limits of high performance, competitiveness and accomplishment, in sports or life.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Things escalated between the pair and the woman punched the man in the shoulder with a closed fist, the spokesperson said.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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According to authorities, Ward told them the fight and stabbing were self-defense, claiming the mother attacked and punched her several times in the face.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Caliber 135 is one of the legendary movements that entered and eventually won multiple prizes in the famous observatory chronometer competitions held in Neuchâtel and Geneva, Switzerland, as well as Kew Teddington in England, and Besançon, France, in the first part of the 20th century.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Founded in 1826 by watchmaker Julien Gallet in La Chaux-de-Fonds, the brand became best known for its chronometers for racing, aviation and expeditions.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
Verb
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Honda’s results come amid trade tensions with the U.S., which has slapped a 25% tariff on foreign automobile imports.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
13 May 2025
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Trump has made clear that his shock plans to slap a 100% tariff on film imports would not be included in a trade deal with the UK, where Pryce films Slow Horses.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
11 May 2025
Noun
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In recent years, Jaeger-LeCoultre has explored the possibilities of the dual-sided timepiece, incorporating ingenious complications on the reverse surface.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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Japanese artisans are now producing timepieces that can rival elite manufacturers from Switzerland.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Verb
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He was considered a pioneer of hardcore wrestling, slamming opponents through tables and smacking them with chairs.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
12 May 2025
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Lemont 22-3-1 (5) Rocco Luciano smacks two-run double to spark Lemont to 5-0 win over Lincoln-Way West. 4.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2025
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“Clock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clock. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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