Here's a simple example.
Let's say that A22 runs up the middle on a dive play where he is tackled inbounds. Center A52 is detected holding. After penalty enforcement the clock will start on the ready for play.
Another play, A5 runs outside his end on a sweep and the pulling guard A64 is caught blocking illegally in the back. A5 runs upfield and then out of bounds. After penalty enforcement the clock will start on the snap.
Like the other guys said, its what would happen to the clock if there was no penalty. Or at least thats how I try to remember it.
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