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tell

[tel] / tɛl /






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Tell them what you’re doing ahead of time, and ask if they will need anything else from you.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Tell me more about how that second ruling will affect immigrants …

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

Tell us how you've been managing the heat.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

He hesitated before adding, “And you’ll have to call my college. Tell them I won’t be able to attend.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

“You’re doing great, Andrew. Now: Tell me three things you can hear.”

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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