turnstile
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A transit porter and motorman with the New York City subway in the 1980s, Mr. Naiden was active in a tiny communist cell within the union, endorsing free fares and encouraging turnstile hopping.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
Around a corner, the border came into full view — a metal turnstile with layers of concertina wire above it.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025
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
I bolted through the turnstile and took the first train that arrived.
From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos
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