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be told of

VERB

hear

Synonyms

STRONGEST

determine discover find out gather learn pick up receive see understand

STRONG

apperceive ascertain catch descry glean tumble unearth

WEAK

be advised be informed be led to believe catch on get the picture get wind of get wise to have on good authority

Antonyms

STRONGEST

miss misunderstand overlook

WEAK

ignore

Example Sentences

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Opening the prosecution's case, Tom Little KC said Carrick was "predatory and controlling", and the judge ruled jurors could be told of his previous convictions, which is something that is usually not allowed in trials.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

A Russian foreign ministry statement said Moldovan Ambassador Lilian Darie was summoned to be told of the decision.

From Reuters • Nov. 20, 2023

Generally, a case worker is supposed to contact a child’s family within 24 hours of getting a complaint that is deemed credible; neighbors would not necessarily be told of such a visit.

From New York Times • Aug. 30, 2021

The Times reported its contract with the company requires the news outlet be told of such moves.

From Washington Post • Jun. 5, 2021

I would be told of in fairy tales myself.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston

be told of

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