crank

Example Sentences

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That’s largely because of how high Gabriela was able to crank up the heat from the jump Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Last compared managing agents to powering a lawn mower: crank it long enough and it starts running on its own.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

If electricity fails, the bunker's ventilation system can be operated manually using a hand crank — much like in vintage cars.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Though Americans crank up the thermostat every winter, price increases for electricity and gas utility bills were not as sharp at the same point last year.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026

I can’t go home and sit down at the table and crank out math problems.

From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon