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  • n  a timepiece that measures a time interval and signals its end
  • n  (sports) an official who keeps track of the time elapsed
  • n  a regulator that activates or deactivates a mechanism at set times

  • The new-timers don't call themselves anything, but they are called Modernists.
  • Part-timers have the potential to pick their jobs, be rewarded for skills rather than seniority and be spared the 90-hour workweeks that drive many salarymen to an early grave.
  • One by one, the old-timers were knocked out.
News & Articles

  • Dick Jerardi: Parx-based Evening Show shows signs of becoming special filly
    Trainer Kate Demasi felt pretty confident when she brought first-timer Evening Show to the Parx Racing paddock on Dec. 23, 2012 – until she saw the Tony Dutrow-trained Margin Trade.
    June 18, 2013 - Daily Racing Form
  • Clear Timer for iPhone looks great, works well
    Clear Timer for iPhone (Free, optional upgrades available via in-app purchase) is interesting in light of iOS 7. It's a timer app with charming looks. There are big, chunky switches to toggle on and off and a click-y dial to spin. Several great-looking themes like the irresistible steam punk and sleek "Vader" add to the fun. But as the iOS goes (ugh, slap me for using this word), more "minimal ...
    June 14, 2013 - The Unofficial Apple Weblog
  • The Old Timer Restaurant: Rediscover an old favorite in Clinton
    It just seemed right to grab a couple of graybeards for a Thursday evening excursion to The Old Timer Restaurant, and we found we found plenty of life left in downtown Clintonand#8217;s granddaddy of gathering places.
    June 13, 2013 - Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Quotes

  • Robbie Bach in CNNMoney.com
    We've seen a tremendous response to the robust parental controls offered on Xbox 360 and Windows Vista, and the Xbox 360 Family Timer will continue to deliver on our promise to provide safer, balanced and fun entertainment for everyone,Bach...
  • Don Newcombe in SI.com
    I just feel like this is a huge dividend for an old-timer,said Newcombe, the longtime director of community relations for the Dodgers.
  • Sidney Crosby in CBC.ca
    We knew we had Tanger set up for a one-timer if we won it clean,Penguins captain Sidney Crosby said. "I just got it back to [Mark] Eaton and we got a good bounce there. We have been working on those plays. It is nice to see when it works."

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