Meaning of 'Against the clock'
What does the saying 'Against the clock' mean?
Idiom: Against the clock
Meaning:
If you do something against the clock, you are rushed and have very little time to do it.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Time |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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