Time to retire? Crossword Clue

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Time to retire? Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

RETIRE (verb)
1. break from a meeting or gathering
2. lose interest
TIME (noun)
1. a reading of a point in time as given by a clock
2. rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
TIME (verb)
1. measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time
2. adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time

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TIPTOPS

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