Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reset-the-clock
Idiom
/rɪˈsɛt ðə klɒk/
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Definition
To set the time back to a certain point, especially to restart something from the beginning.
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Examples
- After the unexpected setback, the team decided to reset the clock on the project and develop a new strategy.
- Sometimes in life, you need to reset the clock to reconsider your choices and starting points.
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Meaning
This phrase is often used metaphorically to describe the act of returning to a previous state or starting from scratch, particularly when referring to plans or timelines.
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Synonyms
- Start over
- Begin anew
- Reboot