time-out

Example Sentences

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Calling for time-out as accusations flew and tempers flared, faithful John said: "Everyone stop talking just for 10 seconds and sit down, we've all gone from zero to 1,000 and it's just gone crazy."

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

“We’re on a time-out, and without really determined focus and deliberate diplomacy, this will be a very long intermission while both sides regroup and think about the next round.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2025

“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

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

Coach Watts calls time-out and is now screaming at his starters about running an offense.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick