word of mouth

Example Sentences

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That’s why it pays to identify aides through word of mouth who, even if they are not available now, might be available later.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

He publishes with a small press to little notice, yet word of mouth helps the book sell out its first edition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

"It's just word of mouth," said Musab, 34, an entrepreneur.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

This movie seems to be catching on through word of mouth, just people seeing it and responding to it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

Bennett’s database has grown to about five thousand names gathered by word of mouth alone.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times