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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

Michael added: "We're always looking for turnstile staff, so it became one of those things... it has always been part of our lives and really good fun."

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2025

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

From Salon • Sep. 21, 2024

“It’s set up like a turnstile to generate money,” Rice said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2024

Sergio put a hand on either side of the turnstile, pressed down, tucked his knees to his chest, and in one smooth motion lifted himself to the other side.

From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin




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