COUNTING THE MINUTES

Definition: Keeping track of the passing time, often with anticipation or impatience.

Synonyms: Time Tracking, Minute Counting, Clock Watching, Hour Counting, Second Counting

Usage Examples in Sentences

Beginner
#1
The students were counting the minutes until the bell rang for lunch.
#2
They sat in the waiting room, counting the minutes until their names were called.
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Their names were called, and they stood up, counting the minutes they had waited.
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Despite counting the minutes, the train was still delayed.

Usage Example in Conversation

A: Good morning, Sarah. How are you today?B: Good morning, John. I'm doing well, thank you. Just counting the minutes until our meeting with the client.A: Ah, yes, it's an important one. I've been doing the same. Have you finalized the presentation slides?B: Almost. Just need to review a few more details and I'll be ready to go.
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