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
Aislyn Greene, AFAR Media, 31 July 2025
Best’s fingerprints were found on the vent, and Andrus’ prints were found on a clock in the mother-in-law suite that had come from Little’s house, deputies said.
—Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 29 July 2025
Preston Fore, Fortune, 12 Aug. 2025
Smith moved the forklift to the front of the warehouse a short while later, took a bag out of the front cab and placed it into a mail slot, then clocked out for the night, the feds allege.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 10 Aug. 2025
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Noun
This isn’t earth-shattering news, but where science has really advanced around jet lag is the understanding of the circadian clock, which isn’t one clock but several.
—Aislyn Greene, AFAR Media, 31 July 2025
Best’s fingerprints were found on the vent, and Andrus’ prints were found on a clock in the mother-in-law suite that had come from Little’s house, deputies said.
—Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 29 July 2025
Verb
Meanwhile, clocking in from couches on Mondays and Fridays remains supreme; hybrid work remains the most popular among workers of all ages, with each yielding over 50% approval.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 12 Aug. 2025
Smith moved the forklift to the front of the warehouse a short while later, took a bag out of the front cab and placed it into a mail slot, then clocked out for the night, the feds allege.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 10 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clock
Noun
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Here’s the list: The MCOM timer is now reduced from 45 to 30 seconds which is supposed to create better balance between attackers and defenders.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Invest in smart plugs, smart power strips, or timers.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Whether Washington wants to make the playoffs or retain a lottery pick is an open question, but now that the Mystics control Seattle’s first-rounder (via the Sykes trade), a win Sunday could improve the Storm pick by knocking it into the lottery.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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To get rid of pests, start by spraying a strong stream of water on the plant to knock them off.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
18 Aug. 2025
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After decades of slowing down, our planet's rotation has been speeding up in recent years — and timekeepers have no definitive explanation.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Some days have clocked in at slightly less than the standard 24 hours, and timekeepers are considering an unprecedented move.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
22 July 2025
Verb
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is punching back at President Donald Trump — in memes and capital letters.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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Miami’s first offensive drive of the Bears game was spoiled because of the team’s inability to punch the ball into the end zone on four goal line runs.—
Omar Kelly
August 15,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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While it may be taken for granted now, this reference represented the world’s first automatic, waterproof chronometer wristwatch with a date function.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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Master chronometer calibre 8750 with stainless steel and two-tone models, and master chronometer calibre 8751 for 18-karat Sedna Gold and Moonshine Gold models.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Anthony thinks his fiancé wants a mother more than a partner, so Giuseppe slaps a pie into his face?—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
14 Aug. 2025
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Leaders of Cincinnati's Black community have called for the police to arrest the White man who slapped a Black man in the viral Downtown brawl.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
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The tech investor said the brand will continue to focus on jewelry, accessories and timepieces, and provide service to Fabergé’s existing retail and wholesale customers.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
11 Aug. 2025
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This svelte duo of timepieces from Panerai is ready for just about any adventure.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Sure, they got smacked by Ohio State, but who didn't last winter?—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Two 10-ounce bags of Fresh Express lettuce got smacked with Stop Sales.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Clock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clock. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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