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to count down
[phrase form: count]
01
to mark the decreasing time or numerical progression leading to a specific event, deadline, or moment of significance
Examples
The crowd eagerly counted down the seconds to the New Year's Eve fireworks.
02
to await a precisely timed expected event, often with anticipation or excitement
Examples
As the release date approached, fans eagerly counted down to the unveiling of the new album.
