answering machine

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DiBergi finds Tufnel working as a cheesemonger in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Smalls as the proprietor of London glue museum and St Hubbins living in Los Angeles making answering machine jingles.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2025

When she got home from a movie with friends, Rebecca Hayter noticed a blinking light on her answering machine.

From Slate • Jul. 22, 2025

Hill’s apprehension dissolved when Wooden not only picked up as Hill spoke his name on the answering machine but also asked him to visit, leading to an instant reconnection.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2025

I kept the message on our answering machine for years.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 3, 2023

It is her own voice on the answering machine, reciting the number and asking the caller to leave a message.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri