ticking clock

Questions

What does ticking clock mean?

A literary device in which the protagonist has a strict time limit, used to heighten tension.

How to pronounce ticking clock

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “ticking clock”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “ticking clock” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.