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Definition run the clock down in American English

run the clock down phrase

phrase
1

in the final part of a sports game, to prevent the opposite team from getting the ball so that they are unable to score

Example

All Miami has to do is run out the clock to be guaranteed a spot in the playoffs.

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Definition run the clock down in American English