straight time

American

noun

the time or number of hours established as standard for a specific work period in a particular industry, usually computed on the basis of a workweek and fixed variously from 35 to 40 hours.
the rate of pay established for the period (overtime ).

Other Word Forms

straight-time adjective

Etymology

Origin of straight time

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60

Example Sentences

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Elena Rybakina beat Jessica Pegula for a fifth straight time to move into the Miami Open semi-finals, winning 2-6 6-3 6-4.

From BBC

The Bank of Canada left its policy rate unchanged Wednesday, at 2.25%, the third straight time officials made no change after a series of meetings.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was the seventh straight time the teams had gone to overtime in Boston.

From Los Angeles Times

Former champions Australia and England are also strong contenders to lift the trophy and deny holders India the title for a record second straight time.

From Barron's

OTTAWA—The Bank of Canada on Wednesday kept its policy rate unchanged at 2.25% for the second straight time, and warned that the level of uncertainty stemming from U.S. trade policy and geopolitical risks has ramped up.

From The Wall Street Journal

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