time-out
Example Sentences
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The public saw all that and could only wonder: Hasn’t C.K.’s time-out lasted long enough?
From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2026
“When we finally got let out of our collective time-out corner, we really wanted to go do stuff,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2025
After Zverev secured the lead, Fearnley disappeared off court for a medical time-out and he returned looking more at ease.
From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2025
Samuel helps Romy off the floor and positions her in the corner of the room, like a child in time-out.
From Salon ● Dec. 30, 2024
“I’m going to call a time-out after you make this shot,” Marcus said to me from behind.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
