Phrase guide

and counting

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

Used to show that the number previously mentioned is continuously changing, i.e. increasing or decreasing.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • This online dictionary has 100,000 articles — and counting.
  • Hurry up: the train leaves in three minutes. No, two minutes and counting!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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