clockwork

IPA: kɫˈɑkwɝk

noun

  • A mechanism powered by a coiled spring and regulated by some form of escapement; the power is transmitted through toothed gearwheels and used to drive a mechanical clock, toy, or other device.
  • The action of behaving mechanically in the manner of a clock.

adjective

  • Driven by clockwork.
  • Very smooth and regular.
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Examples of "clockwork" in Sentences

  • The machine operated with clockwork precision, never missing a beat
  • The schedule ran like clockwork, ensuring everyone was where they needed to be on time
  • The gears in the clockwork mechanism meshed perfectly, creating a smooth and efficient movement
  • His daily routine was like clockwork, starting with a cup of coffee and ending with a run in the park
  • The team worked together in perfect clockwork fashion, each member knowing their role and executing it flawlessly

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