telephone number

NOUN

assigned number for telephone

Synonyms

STRONGEST

phone number

WEAK

800 number cell phone number fax number

Example Sentences

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It is likely to be critical of how the police used reporters' telephone numbers to check for leaks of information.

From BBC

When questioned he had initially given a false name of John Lesley, but provided his real telephone number and police were able to ascertain his true identity.

From BBC

She added that should "never had happened" as they had her address, telephone number, and details of her symptoms.

From BBC

Rescuers followed the road and found another breadcrumb: a second note with additional information, such as the names and telephone numbers of the missing individuals.

From Los Angeles Times

It was reopened in 1989, with a telephone number for prospective renters to call; within four days, it had received 180,000 calls and the list was closed again.

From Los Angeles Times