countdown

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Throughout a countdown the launch weather officer must be clear and convinced that none of the weather criteria are violated in order to give the weather 'go' call for launch.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

As for the actual launch, the decision to announce 'weather go' can be made right up to the last moments of a countdown.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Now the TikTok countdown is on before final exams in Phoenix, where redemption and legacy and a rematch await with either winner of the No. 1 Texas vs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

Lamenting the logistical nightmare, exorbitant costs and strain on working families, they offer tips and tricks for locking in sought-after sessions: Pay attention to countdown clocks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

“Good luck,” Callaway said, and I shut my own eyes as the countdown began.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin