Definitions for phone-in
phone-in

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1. phone-innoun

   a program in which the audience participates by telephone

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1. phone-innoun

   A show requiring members of the public to telephone the studio.

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1. Phone-in

   In broadcasting, a phone-in or call-in is a programme format in which viewers or listeners are invited to air their live comments by telephone, usually in respect of a specific topic selected for discussion on the day of the broadcast. On radio (especially talk radio), it is common for an entire programme to be dedicated to a phone-in session. On television, phone-in's are often part of a wider discussion programme: a current example in the UK is the "Jeremy Vine" TV show. The concept dates to the early radio era: a December 1924 BBC 5NG Nottingham phone-in programme is described in a 1925 Radio Times article: "listeners ... enjoyed the novelty of hearing their own voices taking part". A prior attempted phone-in to a BBC 2LO London programme "led to such a rush on the telephones that the Post Office had to intervene".Speech based Talk Radio UK was launched in 1995, with much of its programming featuring phone-ins. It also introduced the notion of the shock jock to the UK, with presenters like Caesar the Geezer and Tommy Boyd constructing heated discussions. Ian Hutchby has researched power relations in phone ins, looking at arguments and confrontations. Using conversation analysis, he describes how the host retains power through devices such as "The Second Position" – the concept of going second in a discussion, giving the host time to formulate a response. Similarly, the last word is always the broadcast word. The public can choose to end the conversation, but they are doing so by withdrawing from the interactional arena (Hutchby, 1996: 94-5; Talbot et al.). In 2007, the BBC suspended all phone-in competitions (but not voting) due to an internal inquiry into corruption in the production of these games in shows such as charity telethons after a nationwide inquiry into the whole process leading to the cancellation of ITV Play. In Ireland Liveline is a popular afternoon phone in show broadcast by RTÉ Radio 1 that is hosted by Joe Duffy. The phone in program usually focuses on consumer issues, current affairs and complaints from members of the public regarding various issues. The program and its presenter are frequently lampooned by numerous Irish comedians, one being David McSavage, who play on the popular perception that the program is merely an outlet for the angst of serial complainers and housewives while providing entertainment for those who revel in listening to despair and tales of misery delivered the callers. A quality of the show that is frequently satirized is Duffy's seemingly exasperated expressions of despair upon hearing of the plight of a caller.

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1. phone-in

   A phone-in is a program or event that allows individuals to call in, typically via telephone, to participate in a discussion, conversation, or activity. This is often used in radio and television shows where callers can voice their opinions, answer questions, or interact with the hosts or guests. Sometimes it may also refer to specific services where individuals can call for advice, support or information.

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1. Phone-in

   In broadcasting, a phone-in or call-in is a programme format in which viewers or listeners are invited to air their live comments by telephone, usually in respect of a specific topic selected for discussion on the day of the broadcast. On radio, it is common for an entire programme to be dedicated to a phone-in session. On television, phone ins are often part of a wider discussion programme: a current example in the UK is The Wright Stuff. BBC Radio Nottingham is credited with having aired the first British phone-in on 4 February 1968, in a programme called What Are They Up To Now? Speech based Talk Radio UK was launched in 1995, with much of its programming featuring phone-ins. It also introduced the notion of the shock jock to the UK, with presenters like Caesar the Geezer and Tommy Boyd constructing heated discussions. Ian Hutchby has researched power relations in phone ins, looking at arguments and confrontations. Using conversation analysis, he describes how the host retains power through devices such as "The Second Position" — the concept of going second in a discussion, giving the host time to formulate a response. Similarly, the last word is always the broadcast word. The public can choose to end the conversation, but they are doing so by withdrawing from the interactional arena.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of phone-in in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of phone-in in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of phone-in in a Sentence

1. Caroline Weber:

   I have supplies of water and a lot of food. ... I just have to wait and see what's happening, freaking out now is not going to help. I'm just going home, charging my computer and phone in case the power goes.

2. Lisa Murkowski:

   No, because I know zip. I have not been briefed on it by anybody, and I left my phone in Seattle so I have not been able to read the news today, i'm not going to comment on it until I see what was discussed today.

3. Ian Robb:

   Our members are across the country, so they phone in for jobs that I post every day, the last two days, we've had 30, 40, 50 jobs at a time going on (our hiring board) ... I anticipate that we'll pick up considerably.

4. George Hobica:

   I get better responses quicker than by picking up the phone, it’s partly because you can use smiley faces and not be so angry, which comes out over the phone in your tone of voice. At 140 characters, you have to be more concise and to the point.

5. Google Search:

   If the storm is only hours away from your location, you might receive a reminder to start charging your phone in case power goes out. And if you search when the storm is nearby, you'll get the most urgent information, like how to avoid injury from fast-moving water or flying debris.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=phone-in
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Phone-in
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phone-in
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=phone-in