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blinker

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Too Afraid to Ask

A blinker is your turn signal. Some cars make a noticeable sound when you use it, and for some people that sound can be annoying enough to matter.

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A “blinker” is the turn-signal system, including the audible click or sound some vehicles produce when signaling. If someone “doesn’t like the sound of the blinker,” it’s a reminder that small usability details can affect day-to-day satisfaction.

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