: a computerized electronic machine that performs basic banking functions (such as handling check deposits or issuing cash withdrawals)
called also automated teller machine, automatic teller, automatic teller machine
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Marcus D. Smith, Sacramento Bee, 2 Jan. 2025
Loading your audio article OAKLAND — The Lucky Supermarket in Montclair was targeted twice in three days this week by pre-dawn burglars, who used a vehicle to smash through an entrance before taking merchandise in one break-in and some cash from an ATM in the other, authorities said.
—Harry Harris, The Mercury News, 27 Dec. 2024
One effective strategy, according to LifeLock, is the SCAN method, which guides you on what to check for when using an ATM or other unattended POS terminals.
—Marley Malenfant, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Not having to go to a bank or ATM to get cash tips the scale in favor of cards.
—Rick Watkin, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Authorities at the original scene learned the suspects entered the main electrical cabinet of the building and turned off the main breaker, shutting off power to the ATM, Galt police said.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacramento Bee, 2 Jan. 2025
Loading your audio article OAKLAND — The Lucky Supermarket in Montclair was targeted twice in three days this week by pre-dawn burglars, who used a vehicle to smash through an entrance before taking merchandise in one break-in and some cash from an ATM in the other, authorities said.
—Harry Harris, The Mercury News, 27 Dec. 2024
One effective strategy, according to LifeLock, is the SCAN method, which guides you on what to check for when using an ATM or other unattended POS terminals.
—Marley Malenfant, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Not having to go to a bank or ATM to get cash tips the scale in favor of cards.
—Rick Watkin, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Atm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/atm. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.
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