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Nine to five

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Work Schedule

Used for the typical work hours in many companies, but actual times can vary.

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Her nine to five includes an hour lunch break.
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Not Literal

'Nine to five' can represent any standard full-time job, even with different hours.

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He works a nine to five, even though he clocks in at 8.
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Routine Implication

Often implies a routine or monotonous job, which may not be exciting.

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I'm stuck in this nine to five cycle and crave adventure.
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