Nine to five

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adjective

This phrase is typically used to describe a job or work schedule that starts at nine in the morning and ends at five in the afternoon.

John is tired of his nine to five job and is looking for something more flexible.
Visual representation of "nine to five" - This phrase is typically used to describe a job or work schedule that starts at nine in the morning and ends at five in the afternoon.

Often appears as...

  • nine to five job
  • nine to five routine

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Colloquial

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Work Schedule

Used for the typical work hours in many companies, but actual times can vary.

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Her nine to five includes an hour lunch break.
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Not Literal

'Nine to five' can represent any standard full-time job, even with different hours.

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He works a nine to five, even though he clocks in at 8.
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Routine Implication

Often implies a routine or monotonous job, which may not be exciting.

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I'm stuck in this nine to five cycle and crave adventure.
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