turnstile
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On the Grand Pier, they know a £2 turnstile and 2p amusements can still be too much for some.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
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
On this day, that turnstile created a chance encounter in the Seattle airport.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2025
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
I tap my CharlieCard and pass through the turnstile like a marathon winner, hands raised.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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