tot

Example Sentences

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But the mechanism behind the TOT experience remains a mystery.

From Scientific American • Jun. 28, 2023

Guesses at sounds and syllable counts were no more likely to be right in a TOT state than otherwise.

From Scientific American • Jun. 28, 2023

Workers could not readily see their TOT totals, increasing anxiety.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 15, 2021

Time off task, or TOT, tracked every moment they strayed from their assignment — whether trekking to the bathroom, troubleshooting broken machinery or talking to a co-worker.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 15, 2021

For effect, she gave a little shake on the leash ends of the TOT, just as if they were a set of reins attached to a pony’s bridle.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood