dial
noun
a plate, disk, face, or other surface containing markings or figures upon which the time of day is indicated by hands, pointers, or shadows, as of a clock or sundial.
dialled
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past participleof dial.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof dial.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
dialnouna plate, disk, face, or other surface containing markings or figures upon which the time of day is indicated by hands, pointers, or shadows, as of a clock or sundial.
Example Sentences
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The last time he visited the One Stop store on Fusehill Street was on 27 July - the day before he dialled 999.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
When Prince Harry dialled in later on during the episode, Meghan told them: "My husband's here," prompting cheers and shocked faces from contestants and spectators.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
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
They were awoken by seeing flames and immediately dialled 999.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
He then picked up the phone without any perceptible hesitation and dialled a local number.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
