dial

Example Sentences

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That photo turned the dial of my life’s direction 180 degrees and sent me off into the world to find out.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Her mom, Paula James-Martinez, had to explain what a dial tone was.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 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

Faced with a chilly house, some users might then dial up the power on their heat pump - but if you do that, much of the efficiency advantage fritters away, he says.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

When Shepherd went off the air, Bobby continued to twist the dial searching for other broadcasts and shows.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady