ticking
/ˈtɪkɪŋ/ noun C2- A marking that occurs on some horses, involving white flecks of hair at the flank, and white hairs at the base of the tail, called a skunk tail or rabicano, sometimes referred to as birdcatcher ticks.
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There is no ticking clock to rush the players or the fans.
The rhythmic ticking of the grand clock echoed loudly while Elara held her breath, anticipating a storm of defensive indignation.
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