tick on
The phrase "tick on" is often used metaphorically to describe the steady passage of time or ongoing processes.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative)To continue or progress steadily, often referring to time or a process.
Example
- As the years tick on, technology continues to evolve.
- The clock ticked on, marking the passage of each second.
C1Finance
(informal, UK)To purchase something on credit, implying that the payment will be made later.
Example
- He decided to tick on the groceries until payday.
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