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The special feature of these clocks is that they will chime at preset intervals. Some chime on the hour, some on the half hour, and some can be set to chime every 15 minutes.

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Why are some clocks called chiming clocks?

Some clocks are called chiming clocks because they give off a chiming, or striking, sound at various times. A striking, or chiming, clock sounds the hours audibly by using a bell or a gong.


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What year were chiming clocks invented?

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How do you spell chiming?

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There are some electronic chimes that can be set to stay silent during hours you specify, which is great for use in children's rooms.


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No, generally, cats are not afraid of clocks. A clock that chimes may scare a cat but it will probably get used to the chiming with time. It is said young kittens find the gentle ticking of a clock to be comforting, as the ticking resembles a mother cat's heartbeat.


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Where can one buy tide clocks?

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