turnstile

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Pasquini, whose causes include “Moms on a Mission” and “Housing that Heals,” told me her son, now in his 40s, has been through the 5150 turnstile 40 times.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

Given this cash profit is generated by the day-to-day operations of the club, it only underlines United's appeal at the turnstile to sponsors and broadcasters - despite their poor performance on the pitch.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2025

Officer's originally engaged Mickles after he hopped a turnstile and turned him back.

From Salon • Sep. 21, 2024

“It’s set up like a turnstile to generate money,” Rice said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2024

There were a vintage subway turnstile and an antique telephone, the shell of a Bluebird radio, even the nose fin of a locomotive.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García