to tick away
[phrase form: tick]
01
過ぎる, 進む
(of time, day, etc.) to gradually pass, indicating the continuous progression of moments or events
例
The deadline was quickly approaching, and I could feel the time ticking away, urging me to work faster.
締め切りが急速に近づいており、時間が過ぎ去っていくのを感じ、より速く働くよう促されました。
02
チクタク, チクタクと音を立てる
(of watches, clocks, etc.) to make a rhythmic short sound as time progresses
例
As I sat in the waiting room, I could hear the clock ticking on the minutes.
待合室に座っていると、時計が分を刻む音が聞こえました。
