clock up
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Defence Secretary John Healey said on Thursday that the UK had clocked up more than 300 pilot flying hours over the previous 13 days.
From BBC
“Perfect! I’ll take it!” he said, lifting the grandfather clock up in a bear hug.
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With 10 firefighters across multiple generations, the McClelland family have clocked up almost 300 years of combined service.
From BBC
Katesbridge, in Northern Ireland has now clocked up 40 days of wet weather, already seeing over two and a half times its February average rainfall.
From BBC
The team is a formidable force, having now clocked up a record breaking 12 grand slams, four European championships and two world championships.
From BBC
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