timer

Example Sentences

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Again, the egg timer really works only in a single direction.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

But there’s nothing like listening to your tiny baby screaming on the other side of the door while waiting for a timer to go off so you can go comfort them.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

This can end up hurting long-term returns, with the timer underperforming an investor who stayed put.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

One easy tactic: Decide how much time you want to spend on screens in advance, then set a timer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

Bobby walked to his board and silently sneered at the chess timer.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady