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sign in

idiom
Meaning

To sign one's name on a list when entering a place, to indicate one's arrival.


Examples
SIMPLE

Please sign in at the front desk when you arrive.

CONTEXTUAL

All visitors must sign in at the security station before entering the office building.

COMPLEX

Upon entering the conference, each attendee was required to sign in to confirm their registration and receive their name badge.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    barber's sign

    A standing pole and two wash-balls, historically used outside barber's shops.

  2. 02

    Indian sign

    A curse causing loss of will power or persistent bad luck.

  3. 03

    sign of the times

    Something that is symbolic of an era.

  4. 04

    sign off

    To log off; to stop using a computer, radio, etc.; especially, to stop talking.

  5. 05

    sign on

    To log on; to start using a computer, radio, or other multicast device; to start talking.

  6. 06

    sign on the dotted line

    To formalize an agreement.

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