clockwork

Example Sentences

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In the vague clockwork of industry deservedness, the odds have always favored Paul Thomas Anderson.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

With everything working like clockwork, he's clearly run out of things to complain about.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

I’m not sure what would provoke anyone to tune in, but like clockwork, the viewership billowed to the thousands.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

Like clockwork on trash day, bears come through and knock over cans, Peters said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025

The ones that have been running for a while are always slower, like a clockwork toy that just won't wind.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland