be told of
Example Sentences
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Emma Parry Clements, his great niece, said stories would be told of her great uncle at family tea times.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
A Russian foreign ministry statement said Moldovan Ambassador Lilian Darie was summoned to be told of the decision.
From Reuters • Nov. 20, 2023
The Times reported its contract with the company requires the news outlet be told of such moves.
From Washington Post • Jun. 5, 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
It is one thing to be told of possible hardships ahead, it is entirely another to actually have to confront them.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
