told of
Example Sentences
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She was alive to folklore that told of fairies and elves and the lingering dead.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
But the land was fertile, and the Native Americans told of even richer soil to the east, ideal for encomiendas, as large Spanish-ruled plantations exploiting indigenous labor were called.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
The committee has not, however, deposed Trump, who once famously called Epstein a “terrific guy” and said, “I just wish her well,” when told of Maxwell’s arrest in 2020.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
A second source confirmed she had been told of a risk, but thought it was false information.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
He was not told of the charges against him.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
