be told of
Example Sentences
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A Russian foreign ministry statement said Moldovan Ambassador Lilian Darie was summoned to be told of the decision.
From Reuters • Nov. 20, 2023
The 1988 law stipulates that juries should not be told of the $350,000 limitation and that if a jury returns a verdict over that limit, the judge will reduce it, according to court records.
From Washington Post • Jan. 3, 2023
Lions boss Warren Gatland is thought to be furious at the decision with Lions sources saying they were "astonished" to only be told of the switch at late notice.
From BBC • Jul. 22, 2021
“She would want the real story to be told of her and the ladies that came after her,” Hayes said.
From New York Times • Jul. 17, 2020
I would be told of in fairy tales myself.
From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston
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