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24/7

[twen-tee-fawr sev-uhn, ‑-fohr‑, twuhn-tee‑] / ˈtwɛn tiˌfɔr ˈsɛv ən, ‑ˌfoʊr‑, ˈtwʌn ti‑ /
ADJECTIVE
around-the-clock
Synonyms
STRONGEST
continuous endless interminable never-ending nonstop ongoing perpetual relentless round-the-clock unending uninterrupted
WEAK
all day and all night at all times ceaseless constant day-and-night eternal everlasting persistent timeless unceasing
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bounded ceasing completed discontinuous ending finished halting incontinuous intermittent interrupted stopping terminable transient

Example Sentences

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This week, the Intercontinental Exchange announced it is developing a platform for 24/7 operations that offers "instant settlement."

From Barron's

Geothermal energy has an edge on other renewable technologies like solar and wind because it can operate as baseload power, running 24/7 even without batteries.

From Barron's

But he added that they were still "working 24/7" and "leaving no stone unturned".

From BBC

But in extreme conditions, a lack of 24/7 power can test the grid.

From Barron's

The Home Office said "robust safety and public‑protection safeguards" were in place at Crowborough, along with specialist security on site and 24/7 CCTV.

From BBC

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.