serves the time

A form of serve the time — To adapt one's views or comportment to suit the dominant circumstances or conventions.

Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of serve the time
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APA

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

Chicago

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