dial

Example Sentences

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Lorne Michaels doubtless has her on speed dial.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

They want to impose compulsory physical attendance and voting, doing away with the current "hybrid" arrangement dating from the pandemic which lets members dial in remotely.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

He says that retirement fund managers will start small, and dial allocations to private assets up or down, over the next five to 15 years.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

While Moscow could do much more to turn the dial up on its assistance, its current aid plays an important, albeit limited, role in helping Iran’s war effort, said Lamson.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

I dial his number, press Speaker, and place the phone on the kitchen island.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner