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The phrase "as a timer" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to something that functions or is used in the capacity of a timer, often in contexts related to measuring time or setting intervals.
Example: "I set my phone to vibrate as a timer for the cooking process, ensuring I wouldn't overcook the meal."
Alternatives: "in the role of a timer" or "functioning as a timer."
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Speed was vital, as a timer flipped the targets sideways after just a few seconds.
It works as a timer and gives voice commands as it is carried through the course.
De Vos, D. et al. Progressive methylation of ageing histones by Dot1 functions as a timer.
Over the long term, using a smart speaker as a timer gets tedious.
— appeared as a timer in Shamoon's code that instructed the virus to only execute after 4 08 a.m.
We also had to use timer2 on the ATMega32 as a timer for controlling the debouncing of our Keypad.
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As Ewing spoke, a timer started chirping like a bird.
As soon as this flag is set, a timer is started.
They interrupt work: invite as few people to a meeting as possible, and set a timer.
But it's all on a timer, as the circle constantly shrinks and forces fights.
Experts say it is unusual, however, that a package bomb would use a timer as a detonation device.
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