thermostat

Example Sentences

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British shoppers are stockpiling thermal underwear, gloves and dressing gowns to help them fight the cold this winter as they try to avoid turning up the thermostat to save money.

From Reuters

Residents received warnings this summer during record heat waves to limit their electricity usage by ticking up their thermostats and unplugging power-draining devices.

From Washington Times

Towns and cities haven’t waited for the government to act, with a growing number already turning down thermostats in swimming pools, sports halls and other venues, and some also switching off street lights at night.

From Seattle Times

High inflation has made it harder to pay the bills, roiled retirement plans, and led people to curb travel and watch the thermostat.

From Reuters

I’m like a thermostat — as soon as the temperatures dip below 70 degrees I turn my oven on and start roasting.

From Washington Post