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clipping
A word shortened from a longer form.
clique
a small, exclusive group of friends
clive
A name, often a male given name.
clo
A short form for 'clothing' or 'closure'.
cloak
A long, loose outer garment.
clock
A device that shows time.
clock in
record the time of arrival at work.
clock is running
time is passing quickly
clock is ticking
time is running out
clock the tea
Pay attention to gossip or news.
clockwise
In the direction of a clock's hands.
clockwork
Mechanisms that operate like a clock.
clog
To block or fill a passageway or opening.
clog up
Block something, making it difficult to pass.
cloister
a secluded place or monastery for religious life
clone
An exact copy of a living organism.
clooney
A surname associated with a famous actor.
clos
A term needing context; possibly short for closet.
close
Near in space or time.
close but no cigar
almost successful but not quite.
close enough for government work
Satisfactory but not perfect.
close in on
To approach something closely.
close on the heels of
Following closely behind something.
close one eye
To squint or partially shut one eye.