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Idiom: Run The Clock Down

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How to pronounce "run the clock down":

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To run down the clock.

Example Sentences

1
The basketball player dribbled and passed the ball around to run the clock down and prevent the opposing team from scoring.
2
The politician used delaying tactics to run the clock down during the debate.
3
During the exam, the student strategically answered the easy questions first to run the clock down and have more time for the difficult ones.
4
The boxer danced around the ring to run the clock down and avoid the punches of his opponent.
5
The CEO announced a series of long meetings to run the clock down and avoid making an immediate decision.

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