clock-watching

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A noun referring to the act of paying excessive attention to the clock, especially in anticipation of the end of the workday or a break.

• 🇵🇹Substantivo que designa a atenção excessiva ao relógio, especialmente na expectativa de que o expediente ou o intervalo termine.

1. Excessive attention to time B2 informal

   The act of frequently looking at the clock, especially while working, because one is eager for the workday to end.

   • His constant clock-watching annoyed his manager.
   • Clock-watching is a sign of low job satisfaction.
   • She was accused of clock-watching during the meeting.

   🇵🇹Ficar olhando o relógio

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