English Expression · Intermediate

set a ten-minute timer

program a timer to ring after ten minutes

Pronunciation: set a ten-minute timer

Meaning

A natural expression used to convey: program a timer to ring after ten minutes.

Set a ten-minute timer for the bread.
Program a timer to ring after ten minutes for the bread.

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Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.