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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Set a timer for five to ten minutes and quickly tackle high-traffic areas.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2025
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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
Verb
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Since then, she’s knocked on my door and continues to text me with questions, without a please or thank you.—
Eric Thomas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2025
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The pharmacologist and her sister, 28-year-old Lisa Smith, were knocked backward by the fish, which doctors believe to be a reef shark.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
26 May 2025
Noun
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The model is a tribute to the original Fifty Fathoms dive watch—the company’s most recognizable timekeeper—and houses an automatic caliber 1315 movement with a 5-day power reserve topped off with a sunburst black dial.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2025
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After the game ending buzzer sounded prematurely, before the ball was even touched, giving the Pistons another chance, albeit slim, to tie the game, Harlan and Miller said timekeepers for the NBA playoffs are from neutral teams.—
Bob Raissman,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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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
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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
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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Five months after passing an ordinance to ban smoking in parks, the city of Fort Lauderdale finally slapped stickers on existing signs about this prohibition that do not get people’s attention.—
John Michael Pierobon,
Sun Sentinel,
25 May 2025
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Over the course of two days, groups got the chance to see 21 humpback whales feed and raise their pectoral fin before slapping it against the water, along with 15 Risso’s dolphins, the group said.—
Paloma Chavez,
Sacbee.com,
23 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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The two smacked into each other last Thursday trying to catch a Cedric Mullins fly ball, leaving both with concussions.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2025
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Indiana’s first unit smacked opponents by 12.2 points per 100 possessions during the regular season, according to Cleaning the Glass.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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“Clock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clock. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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