answering machine
Example Sentences
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DiBergi finds Tufnel working as a cheesemonger in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Smalls as the proprietor of London glue museum and St Hubbins living in Los Angeles making answering machine jingles.
From BBC • Sep. 11, 2025
When she got home from a movie with friends, Rebecca Hayter noticed a blinking light on her answering machine.
From Slate • Jul. 22, 2025
Hill’s apprehension dissolved when Wooden not only picked up as Hill spoke his name on the answering machine but also asked him to visit, leading to an instant reconnection.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2025
A telephone message left on an answering machine at Yetman’s home seeking comment was not immediately returned.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 10, 2023
The red message light is blinking on her answering machine.
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
