tune in
Britishverb
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to adjust (a radio or television) to receive (a station or programme)
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slang to make or become more aware, knowledgeable, etc (about)
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Adjust a receiver to receive a particular program or signals at a particular frequency, as in Tune in tomorrow, folks, for more up-to-date news . [Early 1900s]
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Be aware or responsive, as in She's really tuned in to teenagers . [1920s] For an antonym, see tune out .
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Flav’s note echoes the message Valkyries stars Veronica Burton and Kiah Stokes sent after Monday’s win to encourage their fans to tune in to Game 6.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
Oil is increasingly calling the tune in global markets, as rising energy prices and worries about how much consumers are paying at the gas pump are making investors nervous and affecting their portfolios.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026
Every seven years, millions would tune in for updates on the cast's lives.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Viewers can tune in through ESA Web TV or ESA's YouTube channel beginning at 1:30 p.m.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026
But when we hang up, I turn on the tube and tune in to a John Wayne festival on AMC.
From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements
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