directory assistance

noun

US
: a service that people can call to get the telephone number for a person or organization

Examples of directory assistance in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web As part of its responsibility, AT&T is obligated to offer reliable and affordable telephone services, including emergency access, directory assistance, and special rates for eligible customers. Angela Rodriguez, Sacramento Bee, 22 Feb. 2024

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“Directory assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/directory%20assistance. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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