Example Sentences
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The economy had been set for a rebound this year on the back of hefty government spending, but forecasts have been dialled back due to the conflict.
From Barron's ● Jun. 16, 2026
At 09:02 a passerby spotted the paddleboarders in difficulty in the water and dialled 999.
From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026
"I am very focused, very dialled in," added Dubois as the attention soon turned to the Londoner walking out of two interviews earlier this week after feeling he was being mocked.
From BBC ● May 7, 2026
"Really scared" Pearl unlocked her mum's phone, dialled 999 and told call handler Gen Hinds: "She's lying on the sofa… she's not awake. Her eyes keep on opening and closing."
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2026
I held out for about three minutes before I retrieved the phone and dialled into voice mail.
From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
