Definition of «time sucker»
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"Time sucker" is a colloquial compound phrase used to describe an activity, hobby, or video game that consumes an unexpectedly massive amount of hours without the player realizing it. This expression is commonly used in gaming communities, hobbyist circles, and casual reviews to warn others about addictive mechanics. The emotional tone is a mix of affectionate addiction and lighthearted regret over lost productivity. Users often employ this term when reviewing sprawling survival games or open-world titles that trap players in endless loops of crafting and gathering.
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I only meant to log in for thirty minutes to check my base, but this game is such a time sucker that it is suddenly three in the morning.
Base-building games with automated resource collection are the ultimate time sucker if you have poor self-control.
My friends warned me that starting a new multiplayer server with them would be a massive time sucker, and they were completely right.
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