straight time
Americannoun
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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.
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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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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.
United followed, beating Wall Street expectations for a 14th straight time and providing an upbeat outlook for the year.
From MarketWatch
United followed, beating Wall Street expectations for a 14th straight time and providing an upbeat outlook for the year.
From MarketWatch
But it didn't help, broken for a fifth straight time to open set two.
From Barron's
Even with Deandre Ayton back after missing the second half against Denver on Tuesday because of a left eye injury, the Lakers still lost to the Clippers for the second straight time.
From Los Angeles Times
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