contacted

VERB

communicate with

Synonyms

STRONGEST

approach call connect phone reach talk telephone visit

STRONG

buzz get interact interface network relate

WEAK

be in touch with check with get ahold of get in touch with reach out speak to touch base write to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

depart leave listen refrain

WEAK

avoid

Example Sentences

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Contacted over Discord, Scout denied manipulating markets or trying to swing votes to reach blatantly wrong conclusions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Contacted by AFP, a spokesman for the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority denied reports that authorities would cap jet fuel prices.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Contacted by AFP, the plant declined to comment on the expansion plans.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Contacted by phone in December 2025, Corfield told the BBC that he was visited by the FBI a year ago.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Contacted by phone, 24/7 Locksmiths UK quoted £40 for "a simple door opening".

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026