turn off

Example Sentences

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Defending the use of geofence warrants, the government argued that a smartphone user can always choose to turn off location services.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

To turn off laptops completely if they're going to be put in check in bags.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

I had to turn off automatic Pittsburgh Penguins updates during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, because the Sports app was repeatedly sharing developments before I saw them on my streaming package.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

Travel-industry executives have nonetheless been upbeat on demand, even as elevated oil prices cut into profits and higher airfares threaten to turn off travelers.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

She decided to turn off the main highway and cut cross-country.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt