reset the dial

Meanings:

• 1.

  Globalneutral
  • To return a control, instrument, or setting to a starting, default, or specified position by adjusting a dial or control.

• 2.

  USUKGlobalinformalneutralidiomatic
  • To begin again, re-establish a baseline, or change course by altering parameters or approach; to recalibrate or restart a process.