turnstile

Example Sentences

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His "grand role of chief turnstile operator" meant taking charge of the cash collected from the gates.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2025

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

From Salon • Sep. 21, 2024

“That number covers our fixed seating capacity and estimated turnstile attendance for nearly every giveaway game,” chief executive Erik Greupner said, “ensuring that all ticket holders will receive a promo item.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2024

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

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2024

And the Bear turned away and began to spin the handle of the turnstile again.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers