give word

Example Sentences

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Central Command, called the White House residence to give word that within 72 hours there would be a "specific and overwhelming attack to restore justice," as a senior Administration official put it.

From Time Magazine Archive

"None of those other boats could have got ashore to give word of the wreck," said the oiler, in a low voice.

From Men, Women, and Boats by Crane, Stephen

Yes," returned his father, "they have been despatched for reinforcements, and to give word that we have been discovered.

From Jack Haydon's Quest by Jellicoe, John

Is there none but this one stranger—unlearned in Gods ways, His name and mighty power, to give word of thanks or praise?”

From The Poetical Works of Mrs. Leprohon by Leprohon, Mrs. (Rosanna Eleanor)

Prior to this time it had been customary to give word signals for the different plays, these being certain words which were used in various sentences relating to football and the progress of the game.

From Football Days Memories of the Game and of the Men behind the Ball by Edwards, William Hanford