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speed dial
noun
: a telephone function by which a selected stored number can be dialed by pressing only one key
Examples of speed dial in a Sentence
a phone with speed dial
Recent Examples on the Web
Luckily, Robb Report has a roster of such world-class pros on speed dial.
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The Editors, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
Come to think of it, college presidents may want to have their attorneys on speed dial.
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Frederick Hess, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
One rising designer whom top celebrities have on speed dial: Lacey Dalimonte.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024
Then there is linebacker Micah Parsons, who remains on speed dial for the Cowboys to receive a contract similar to that of Prescott to become the wealthiest non-quarterback in NFL history.
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Terence Moore, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1982, in the meaning defined above
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Cite this Entry
“Speed dial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speed%20dial. Accessed 12 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
speed dial
noun
: a telephone function by which a stored number can be dialed by pressing only one key
speed-dial
verb
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