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ticking away
 

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ticking away

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Sense: Progressing gradually and steadily, often with a ticking sound.

Usage 1: The clock was ticking away as the deadline approached.

Usage 2: The minutes ticked away as they waited for the train.

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