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around-the-clock

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[uh-round-thuh-klok] / əˈraʊnd ðəˈklɒk /
Also round-the-clock

adjective

  1. continuing without pause or interruption.

    an around-the-clock guard on the prisoner.


Etymology

Origin of around-the-clock

First recorded in 1940–45

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Example Sentences

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The move reflects an industry trend of institutions embracing blockchain-powered, around-the-clock trading to boost volume.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

“Comprehensive, around-the-clock care is delivered by licensed physicians, dentists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and mental health professionals,” Todd added.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

The U.S. is shifting toward a future of around-the-clock trading in stocks that could arrive as soon as next year.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 13, 2025

He can’t speak or write and now “depends entirely on daily, significant, around-the-clock, in-home care and intensive rehabilitation,” according to the lawsuit.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 23, 2025

Still, he never turned down a request from Farmer, whose early caution about overcommitting PIH resources had given way to around-the-clock urgency.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French