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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 29% | 3 | Number of hands on a clock at 2 o'clock | |
3 | 29% | 11 | Referring to a clock or clock signal with a fixed frequency | |
Sounding Like A Clock Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "TICKING" which means:
- noun
- • A metallic tapping sound
- • A strong fabric used for mattress and pillow covers verb
- • To make a clicking noise similar to the movement of the hands in an analog clock.
- • To make a tick or checkmark.
- • To work or operate, especially mechanically.
- • To strike gently; to pat.
- • To add a bird to a list of birds that have been seen (or heard).
- • To go on trust, or credit.
- • To give tick; to trust.
An example sentence would be:
- • "She could hear the ticking clock in the next room."
- • "The ticking bomb was a constant reminder of the danger."
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