English

Verb

give (somebody or someone) the time of day

1. (literally) (dated) To tell someone the time of day by looking at one's wristwatch, etc.
2. (idiomatic) To acknowledge somebody; to give somebody respect or attention.

   If you're lucky, she might give you the time of day.

   Unless you're a celebrity, he won't give you the time of day.

Usage notes

• Give somebody the time of day is usually used in the negative.

Antonyms

• not give someone the time of day

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