
Watch the clock
Impatient Waiting
Used when you want to show that someone is impatiently waiting for something to end.

During the long lecture, I couldn't help but watch the clock.
Negative Implication
Implies a negative feeling towards the current activity or situation.

Everyone in the room was watching the clock, wishing the seminar would end.
Disinterest Shown
Shows a lack of interest in what is happening at the moment.

She watched the clock throughout the dull presentation.
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