[turn] the clock forward
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to adjust the time on a clock by moving it ahead, often by one hour, to accommodate the start of daylight saving time
- This Sunday, don't forget to turn the clock forward by one hour when you go to bed as daylight saving time begins.
- I'll need to turn the clock forward on my wristwatch and the wall clock in the living room to match the new time setting.
- It's time to turn the clock forward and spring forward for daylight saving time.
- I always turn the clock forward in my bedroom before going to sleep when daylight saving time begins.
- Remember to turn your clock forward this weekend as we spring ahead for daylight saving time.