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around the clock
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24 horas, sin parar
non-stop and continuing through the whole day and night
Dialect
American
American
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "make a go of something" and when to use it?
The idiom "around the clock" originated from the concept of measuring time using a clock's circular face. It dates back to the late 19th century, when mechanical clocks became more prevalent and clock faces featured 12-hour or 24-hour markings. This expression is commonly employed in situations that require constant attention, monitoring, or availability.
Example
The customer service hotline operates around the clock to assist customers at any time.
La línea de atención al cliente opera 24 horas, sin parar para asistir a los clientes en cualquier momento.
They work around the clock to meet the project deadline.
Trabajan 24 horas, sin parar, para cumplir con la fecha límite del proyecto.
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