| 单词 | on the clock |
| 释义 | > as lemmason the clock a. on the clock: during working hours; engaged in one's regular work, on duty; (also) in a situation in which time is of the essence; in a hurry. ΚΠ 1941 N.Y. Times 1 July 22/7 Compulsory attendance time is not paid for, only actual working time ‘on the clock’. 2002 Mix June 74 Oh no, you can't go down there. You'll be there for hours and we're on the clock here. 2015 J. Braun Heir's Unexpected Return vii. 155 ‘Oh, no wine for me. I'm on the clock.’ She winked. ‘What would my boss say?’ < as lemmas |
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