told of

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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

When told of the injury update during his pregame news conference, Redick was not fazed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 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 resident has told of the "bizarre" moment he watched a suspected meteorite fly through the night sky.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

But now we listened intently while the man told of the horror that had enveloped his life.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya