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Definition

Used to show that the number previously mentioned is continuously changing, i.e. increasing or decreasing.

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In Context

  • "This online dictionary has 100,000 articles — and counting."
  • "Hurry up: the train leaves in three minutes. No, two minutes and counting!"
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See Also

  • count down
  • count up
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