telephone
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“The young men were so rowdy,” one Red Cross volunteer said in a telephone interview.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
"It is risky of course," he told AFP, by telephone from the vessel.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
The Beverly Hills-based retailer violated federal law that bars companies from sending telephone solicitations before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m. local time, the lawsuit filed in Northern California last month claims.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Four bidders chased after the work, with a telephone bidder winning it after a seven-minute competition that saw one bidder join the hunt with a $154 million bid, though they later bowed out.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Whenever he stayed alone at home, or took care of Abby, there was always a telephone at his fingertips or a neighbor just down the street.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
Vocabulary lists containing telephone
Common Senses: Phon ("Sound")
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Industrial Revolution - Introductory
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Journalism
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
