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turnstile

[turn-stahyl] / ˈtɜrnˌstaɪl /


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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

Pasquini, whose causes include “Moms on a Mission” and “Housing that Heals,” told me her son, now in his 40s, has been through the 5150 turnstile 40 times.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 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

I pushed through the turnstile to get away from them.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter




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