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<正>The expression"run out the clock"came into use in the mid-twentieth century.It means to stall1 or cause a delay that gives one an advantage.For example,if a worker is going home soon and does not want to begin a new task,he may run out the clock by checking e-mails or chatting with co-workers.The expression"run out the clock"is derived2 from American sports that depend on timed periods or quarters,such as basketball or football.In sports,a team may run out the clock by making safe,meaningless plays so the players may maintain their lead.
