pushbutton

Example Sentences

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The effect was very "analog." It reminded me of switching channels on a monaural, pushbutton car radio, or watching a theatrical documentary shot on film.

From Salon • May 23, 2011

At least one other person thought of using the pushbutton phone in this manner fully two years ago.

From Time Magazine Archive

The pushbutton ceremony climaxed one of the great hands-across-the-border industrial ventures of modern times.

From Time Magazine Archive

C & S Security Devices of Olathe, Kans., has brought out a lock that is equipped with a pushbutton panel like that on a telephone.

From Time Magazine Archive

David had the presence of mind to gather up all the tools, the wire, bell, and pushbutton, and one of the Phoenix's feathers, which had been torn out during the fall.

From David and the Phoenix by Raysor, Joan