post time
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of post time
First recorded in 1835–45
Example Sentences
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I somehow made it back to my friend’s apartment with minutes to spare before post time.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
Twice in the last three years, and also in 2011, Repole brought a promising horse to the Derby and had to scratch him before post time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 25, 2026
Mage opened as the 8-5 morning line favorite for the Preakness and was the top choice at 2-1 seven hours before post time.
From Washington Times ● May 20, 2023
Updated odds less than four hours before post time for the middle jewel of the Triple Crown had Fenwick bet down to 7-1.
From Seattle Times ● May 21, 2022
Forty minutes before post time, Smith walked into Seabiscuit’s stall.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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