give the word
Example Sentences
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"In moments like this there is always a solution in democracy, without drama or fears ... to give the word back to the people," Rebelo de Sousa said in a televised address.
From Reuters • Nov. 4, 2021
Her nuanced performance on the show helps give the word a more inclusive meaning.
From New York Times • Jan. 8, 2019
All he has to do is give the word.
From Newsweek • Mar. 17, 2013
The sixth was his hot line to the OAS peace-force commander, Brazilian General Hugo Panasco Alvim, who stood ready with 8,000 troops if Garc�a-Godoy decided to give the word.
From Time Magazine Archive
No: I can never give the word for this.
From "The Odyssey" by Homer
