give word

Example Sentences

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Central Command, called the White House residence to give word that within 72 hours there would be a "specific and overwhelming attack to restore justice," as a senior Administration official put it.

From Time Magazine Archive

The cannon belched out its thunderous good-byes, and John went for his horse and buggy, promising to give word for Garnet's equipage to be sent to him.

From John March, Southerner by Cable, George W.

Then we hear chairs pushed round in the other room and the chink of silver to be offered to the poet, and Henrietta come out to give word for the refreshments to be served.

From Somewhere in Red Gap by Wilson, Harry Leon

This vindictive devil will give word at the fort and at every other point along the river.

From The Refugees by Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir

Prior to this time it had been customary to give word signals for the different plays, these being certain words which were used in various sentences relating to football and the progress of the game.

From Football Days Memories of the Game and of the Men behind the Ball by Edwards, William Hanford