Sentence examples for clock about from inspiring English sources
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The phrase "clock about" is rarely used in modern written English and may sound awkward or outdated.
The more commonly used phrase is "clockwise," which means in a circular or right-hand direction. Example: She looked at the clock and noticed that the hands were slowly moving clockwise. However, "clock about" could potentially be used in a few specific contexts, such as describing the movement of the hands on a clock or giving someone directions to turn a clock in a different direction. Example: The mechanic carefully adjusted the gears to make the clock about. Example: To set the alarm, you need to turn the clock about until the desired time is reached. In general, it would be best to avoid using "clock about" in formal or professional writing and opt for a more commonly used phrase like "clockwise."
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