English Explanatory Dictionary

reclaim one's time

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To assert control over one's allotted time, in order to stop interruptions and regain speaking time during a parliamentary procedure.
  2. To regain control of one's time from distractions, inefficiencies, or the demands of others.

Word forms

reclaim one's time reclaims one's time reclaiming one's time reclaimed one's time

Etymology

Popularized during congressional hearings by Congresswoman Maxine Waters in 2017.

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