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TICK OVER

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Tick Over.

Tick Over - as a verb

Run disconnected or idle

Example: "The engine is idling"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
idle5

Example Sentences

"I'm just letting the car tick over while I run into the shop."
"He likes to let his thoughts tick over before making any decisions."
"She left her computer on overnight to let the virus scan tick over."
"I prefer to let my investments tick over rather than constantly making changes."
"I set the timer and let the oven tick over for 30 minutes."
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