[tell] the time
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to determine and communicate the current hour and minute
- She glanced at her wristwatch to tell the time before the meeting started.
- The clock on the wall helps students tell the time during school hours.
- He used his smartphone to tell the time while waiting at the bus stop.
- He told the time to everyone during the meeting yesterday.
- In an emergency, it's crucial to be able to tell the time accurately.