dial

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"We're hoping that this report with its strong recommendations will turn the dial and make the changes that are needed so that they feel recognised and supported," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

However, the market’s more attractive valuations lately have hinged on Wall Street’s unwillingness to dial back earnings expectations.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 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

Expectations of a longer-lasting increase in energy prices prompted investors this week to dial back expectations around Fed cuts this year, and longer-term interest rates rose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 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