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id: 655a2a597d94f7fcc2f6126e
title: Task 40
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-40
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# --description--

The expression `hit the snooze button` refers to the action of delaying the alarm clock to sleep a little longer. 

The verb `hit` in this context means to press, and `snooze button` is a feature on alarm clocks that allows for a brief delay in the alarm. 

# --questions--

## --text--

What does `hit the snooze button` mean in the context of an alarm clock?

## --answers--

To turn off the alarm clock permanently

### --feedback--

Hitting the snooze button delays the alarm temporarily, not turning it off permanently.

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To press the button on the alarm clock for more sleep time

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To set the alarm clock for the first time

### --feedback--

The phrase specifically refers to delaying the alarm, not setting it initially.

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To increase the volume of the alarm

### --feedback--

Hitting the snooze button delays the alarm, rather than increasing its volume.

## --video-solution--

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