communication cord
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Merrick had been meantime invested with a similar rig-out, and then each was provided with a communication cord and an incandescent electric lamp.
From Chronicles of Martin Hewitt by Morrison, Arthur
He was making a mental calculation as to what height above the carriage window the communication cord might be.
From Mysterious Mr. Sabin by Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips)
She screamed, tore herself away; sprang up and pulled a communication cord.
From The Good Soldier by Ford, Ford Madox
She noted the exact position of the communication cord.
From Secret Adversary by Christie, Agatha
"Well," said the meek voice, "the cost of pulling a communication cord is I still five pounds, and you can have just as good a pull as ever."
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, February 12, 1919 by Various
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