put in a good word
Example Sentences
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In the email exchange, Albus put in a good word for a St. Louis lawyer who was a finalist for an appellate court judgeship, and Blunt ultimately selected that candidate.
From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026
The moms who ask whether a friend-of-a-friend should put in a good word.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025
Uncle Buddy had connections with the Reds and put in a good word for his nephew.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2024
The agent or broker should know which insurers may be more receptive to your application and can put in a good word for you, Bach says.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2021
Then the white stagecoach driver put in a good word on their behalf and the sheriff begrudgingly let them continue on their way.
From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield
