| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Drink small measure and start work (5,2) | ||
| Start working, perhaps | New York Times | 16 Apr 2021 |
| Start the workday, as far as payroll is concerned | ||
| Start working, say | ||
| Begin work, perhaps | ||
| Hit the time clock | New York Times | 07 Aug 2006 |
| Hit the time clock | ||
| Start the workday, maybe |