turnstile

Example Sentences

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It closes a chapter on a very specific New York experience — the practiced wrist flick, the second swipe after a buzzer, the quiet victory when the turnstile finally unlocked.

From Salon • Dec. 28, 2025

Around a corner, the border came into full view — a metal turnstile with layers of concertina wire above it.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 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

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

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2024

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

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers