Go/run like clockwork
phrase
To operate very smoothly and effectively.
The event was well planned and ran like clockwork.
Often appears as...
- plan runs like clockwork
- operation goes like clockwork
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To operate very smoothly and effectively.
The event was well planned and ran like clockwork.
Often appears as...
- plan runs like clockwork
- operation goes like clockwork
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Precision Timing
Used to describe something with accuracy and punctuality like a well-set clock.
The train service in our country goes like clockwork; it's always on time.
Pro Tip 2/3No Obstacles
Suggests a process without interruptions or unexpected problems.
Despite the tight deadline, the project ran like clockwork.
Pro Tip 3/3Effortless Success
Implies that success or smooth operation looks easy, even if behind the scenes it’s not.
She managed the conference so well, it all ran like clockwork.
Pro Tip 1/3Precision Timing
Used to describe something with accuracy and punctuality like a well-set clock.
The train service in our country goes like clockwork; it's always on time.
Pro Tip 2/3No Obstacles
Suggests a process without interruptions or unexpected problems.
Despite the tight deadline, the project ran like clockwork.
Pro Tip 3/3Effortless Success
Implies that success or smooth operation looks easy, even if behind the scenes it’s not.
She managed the conference so well, it all ran like clockwork.
Pro Tip 1/3Precision Timing
Used to describe something with accuracy and punctuality like a well-set clock.
The train service in our country goes like clockwork; it's always on time.
Pro Tip 2/3No Obstacles
Suggests a process without interruptions or unexpected problems.
Despite the tight deadline, the project ran like clockwork.
Pro Tip 3/3Effortless Success
Implies that success or smooth operation looks easy, even if behind the scenes it’s not.
She managed the conference so well, it all ran like clockwork.
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