send out

verb

sent out; sending out; sends out
Synonyms of send outnext
1
: to mail (something) to many different people or places
Have you sent out the invitations yet?
2
: to cause (a signal) to go out
The pilot sent out a distress signal.
3
: to cause (light, heat, etc.) to move outward from a source
The coals sent out a reddish glow.
4
: to produce (something) in the process of growing or developing
The plant began to send out its shoots.

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It's managed and operated by the Sampson Morris Group in Monroeville, and back in July, the management company sent out a letter that shocked many in this community. Christopher Derose, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026 Sea Spear continuously listened for underwater activity without sending out signals, while the SSQ-125B used active sonar to help locate targets. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2026 In 2021, 93% of notices sent out included specifics of the incident. Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026 Harris earlier this week sent out a fundraising email soliciting donations for both the former vice president and Peltola. James A. Downs, The Washington Examiner, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for send out

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“Send out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/send%20out. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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