turnstile
noun
turn·stile
ˈtərn-ˌstī(-ə)l 
: a post with arms pivoted on the top set in a passageway so that persons can pass through only on foot one by one
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These include a detailed annual inspection, testing everything from the turnstiles to whether safety certificate conditions are being adhered to.
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Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 10 May 2025
That’s the importance of the blindside protection of quarterback Patrick Mahomes — a point that should require no emphasis for anyone who watched the turnstile at left tackle in Kansas City during the 2024 season.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
New Yorkers should expect new turnstiles at 20 subway stations by the end of the year, MTA officials said Monday — with another 20 coming in 2026.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2025
Word of mouth and positive critical reactions helped drive traffic in Europe, and the hope is curiosity continues to spin turnstiles, particularly given the strength of the domestic scores.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2025
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Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 10 May 2025
That’s the importance of the blindside protection of quarterback Patrick Mahomes — a point that should require no emphasis for anyone who watched the turnstile at left tackle in Kansas City during the 2024 season.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
New Yorkers should expect new turnstiles at 20 subway stations by the end of the year, MTA officials said Monday — with another 20 coming in 2026.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2025
Word of mouth and positive critical reactions helped drive traffic in Europe, and the hope is curiosity continues to spin turnstiles, particularly given the strength of the domestic scores.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2025
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“Turnstile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turnstile. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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turnstile
noun
turn·stile
-ˌstīl
: a post having arms which turn around that is set in an entrance or exit so that persons can pass through only on foot one by one
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