dialed
word · lemma: dial
Definition
Past tense of 'dial.' Means to enter a phone number to make a call. Can also mean to adjust something by turning a dial, but it's mostly used for making phone calls.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily used in past tense ('I dialed his number'). Common with 'number' and 'phone.' Less used with modern smartphones (people often say 'called' or 'texted'). Don't confuse with physical dials on devices, which is less common but possible ('He dialed the volume up').
Example Sentences
I dialed 911 in an emergency.
basic
She dialed the wrong number by mistake.
basic
He dialed his friend's number to call him.
basic
I couldn't hear anything after I dialed her number.
natural
Have you ever dialed a number and then forgotten why you called?
natural
She dialed it back a bit when she realized she was being too loud.
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