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turnstile

[turn-stahyl] / ˈtɜrnˌstaɪl /


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A transit porter and motorman with the New York City subway in the 1980s, Mr. Naiden was active in a tiny communist cell within the union, endorsing free fares and encouraging turnstile hopping.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Given this cash profit is generated by the day-to-day operations of the club, it only underlines United's appeal at the turnstile to sponsors and broadcasters - despite their poor performance on the pitch.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2025

Officer's originally engaged Mickles after he hopped a turnstile and turned him back.

From Salon • Sep. 21, 2024

“That number covers our fixed seating capacity and estimated turnstile attendance for nearly every giveaway game,” chief executive Erik Greupner said, “ensuring that all ticket holders will receive a promo item.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2024

Jane and Michael pushed and were through the turnstile in a second.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers




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