put/get the word out

phrase

: to let people know
The police put/got the word out that they were looking for him.

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To ensure great placement in a show and its storylines, says Cukaj, the network had to get the word out earlier, and not leave such matters to the last minute. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026 Johnson said the new bags will help get the word out about his organization, A Kidney. Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026 Aurora will be looking to partner with community groups, churches, homeowners associations and similar organizations in the target areas to help get the word out, Cameron said. R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026 With Me is led by Juan Naula, who after moving to Los Angeles and noticing trash in public spaces, used social media to get the word out and invite people to clean up their neighborhoods. Staff Report, Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for put/get the word out

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“Put/get the word out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/put%2Fget%20the%20word%20out. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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