the receiver dangles

Examples (10)

• The receiver was dangling from the payphone.
• She dropped the phone, and the receiver now dangles precariously.
• After the heated argument, the receiver was left dangling off the hook.
• He forgot to hang up, and the receiver dangled silently for an hour.
• The antique telephone's receiver often dangles if not placed carefully.
• A strong gust of wind caused the receiver to dangle from its stand.
• Frustrated, she let the receiver dangle as she walked away.
• Make sure the receiver doesn't dangle; it could get damaged.
• He heard a click, and then the receiver dangled, indicating the call was over.
• If the receiver is dangling, it means someone forgot to hang up.