zone time

American

noun

standard time as applied at sea, reckoned according to the system of time zones.

Etymology

Origin of zone time

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

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“We got some zone time and we kept playing so it was big for us.”

From Washington Times • Nov. 17, 2023

While the team has managed to sustain zone time, it has often opted to make one too many passes instead of shooting.

From Washington Post • Apr. 4, 2022

While the Canadians possess an aggressive transition attack to fit their players’ speed and play-making strengths, the Americans have a more plodding offense, more reliant on zone time and converting chances around the crease.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2022

“It’s great to get zone time and shots on goal, but when they’re blocking as many as they did and some of those things, shots don’t matter,” said Joel Johnson, the U.S. coach.

From New York Times • Feb. 7, 2022

These include provision for communications, location of rendezvous, zone time to be used, and the location of the commander.

From Sound Military Decision by Kalbfus, Edward C. (Edward Clifford)

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