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That would be an exceptionally short countdown by astronomical standards, potentially giving researchers an extraordinary opportunity to investigate how supermassive black holes approach their final collision.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 18, 2026

Many watched the verdict live Wednesday on a screen in a square in the capital, Pristina, where a countdown clock had been ticking down to the ruling for days.

From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026

For example, the tube-bunker was initially envisioned as a “completely dark space” twinkling with a variety of malfunctioning countdown clocks.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026

The appointment makes the upcoming camp hugely intriguing as the countdown begins to the new man's first squad announcement.

From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026

Kyle, Akimi, and Miguel didn’t waste any time second-guessing her answer, because the countdown clock had already slid from ten seconds to five by the time they’d finished reading all the possible answers.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein

“A Love Supreme” has all the accolades — constant mentions on countdowns of the greatest albums, preservation in both the Smithsonian and National Recording Registry, platinum sales in the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 6, 2025

Wednesday’s launch was the third try with astronauts; two earlier countdowns were scuttled by rocket-related issues.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 5, 2024

“Night Flight” aired a wider variety of acts, and originated many of the eventual staples of MTV’s programming — video countdowns, artist profiles and the like.

From New York Times ● Mar. 27, 2024

Anticipation before the landing was feverish, with banner headlines across Indian newspapers and news channels running countdowns to the landing.

From Reuters ● Aug. 23, 2023

After a few more stretches, and Aaron's way-too-serious countdowns, it was time to run.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds