
Tick
Onomatopoeic origin
The word 'tick' mimics the sound it describes, often used for clocks and timers.

The ticking of her wristwatch was soothing.
Rhythm indication
'Tick' can suggest a steady pace or rhythm, similar to a heartbeat or metronome.

He ran to the beat of his heart's tick.
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