activated

Example Sentences

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Partway through his spiel, Burns activated the speaker on his iPhone and held it to the microphone so the president could address the crowd.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

So far, about 62% of students with access to the school ChatGPT have activated their account, and about 35% use it regularly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

A 'code red' was activated with the event put on hold on Monday while medical teams responded.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

In response, a relief valve was activated, and the tank was cooled down with an overhead sprinkler system.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

As soon as I found it, I activated my jet boots and flew over the foaming river below the falls, then passed through the waterfall itself.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline