answering machine

Example Sentences

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Jeff adopted a stern, fatherly tone with his mom, which the documentary illustrates with the missives he left on her answering machine.

From Los Angeles Times

Hill’s apprehension dissolved when Wooden not only picked up as Hill spoke his name on the answering machine but also asked him to visit, leading to an instant reconnection.

From Los Angeles Times

Maybe you’d meet somebody out, remotely checking the answering machine plugged into your landline for messages.

From Los Angeles Times

Her answering machine message was recorded in the style of Snow.

From Salon

I was visiting with Coach in his modest Encino condo when the phone rang and the answering machine picked up.

From Los Angeles Times