dial

Example Sentences

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"We can think of HELZ2 as a kind of dial between the liver and the bloodstream," Dr. Zhang said.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Storyland chief creative officer Mel McGowan says designers have gotten used to Bargatze’s requests to dial back his presence in the attractions they’re creating.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

North East voters in this election said they felt someone different deserved a chance to move the dial.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

So Wall Street had plenty of time to dial down its profit estimates.

From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026

“Judge, I'm not seeking appointment. I’ve told Mr. McMillian that we would—” The dial tone interrupted my first affirmative statement of the phone call.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson