dial

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The May PCE report isn’t likely to be taken for granted by the market; it will be combed carefully and methodically for signs to either add to or dial back rate-hike bets.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

A small plaque lists a phone number and urges visitors to dial it “if you notice damage or vandalism to this mural.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

“As they dial up their good behavior, we can dial up the economic relief,” Vance said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

A lot of what we own are companies that have the pricing power to turn the dial.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

I dial for her and then hand her the receiver.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson