gave the time of day

A form of give the time of day — To acknowledge someone; to give someone respect or attention; to tip one's hat.

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Meanings

verb
  1. pastsimple past of give the time of day
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APA

gave the time of day. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gave%20the%20time%20of%20day

MLA

“gave the time of day.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gave%20the%20time%20of%20day. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “gave the time of day,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/gave%20the%20time%20of%20day.

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