ticking

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In this picture, particles display both wave like and particle like behavior, and the familiar flow of time must arise from relationships between different parts of the system rather than from an independent ticking clock.

From Science Daily • Jul. 9, 2026

Act now — the clock on the statute of limitations is already ticking.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 9, 2026

The clock is ticking, however, and Collins awaits whoever emerges from whatever process Democrats ultimately follow.

From BBC • Jul. 9, 2026

The music and cheers blur into a low hum, drowned out by the deafening sound of a ticking clock only Jack can hear.

From Salon • Jul. 4, 2026

It was a peaceful protest; orderly and insistent, like the ticking of a clock.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon