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"clock is running" is a grammatically correct sentence and can be used in written English.
It is often used to indicate that time is passing or that an event or deadline is approaching. Here are a few examples: 1. "We need to hurry, the clock is running and we don't want to be late for the meeting." 2. "The clock is running out on our opportunity to apply for the scholarship. We need to submit our applications soon." 3. "I set a timer for 30 minutes, so once the clock is running, we can start the quiz." 4. "The countdown has begun, and the clock is running towards the New Year." 5. "The clock is running on our lease, and we need to decide if we want to renew it or find a new place to live."
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clock is running
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Alternative form of clock is ticking
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But the clock is running.
The clock is running out.
"The clock is running on landfills".
But many think the clock is running too slow.
"The time clock is running now," Mr. Schlange said.
The clock is running down - beyond 90 minutes now.
The clock is running out on Congressional redistricting in New York.
It is high time that management started acting like the clock is running out.
As long as the clock is running, his team will be passing.
More suggestions(19)
watch is running
clock begins running
clock is racing
time is running
clock is turning
day is running
stopwatch is running
meter is running
thing is running
h is running
timing is running
clock is introduced
clock is ticking
clock keeps running
clock starts running
clock is winding
clock is melting
clock is moving
clock is chewing
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