not tell
Example Sentences
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Those that end up fighting -- through pressure or coercion -- often do not tell their relatives.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
The Wayans have said the Weinsteins did not tell them that 2003’s “Scary Movie 3” would be made without them.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Lisa did not tell her family about the £5,000 debt she had racked up entering competitions again and again, with no limit on how many times she could try her luck.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Roberts did not tell us why he is suddenly in a hurry, but none of the possibilities are good ones.
From Slate • May 13, 2026
Cluny did not relish meeting with it—he could not tell why—but the mouse kept getting closer to him.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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