spread the word

phrase

: to tell others
People are spreading the word about his book.
Spread the word that we're leaving in five minutes.

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In an effort to spread the word for the need for this bill, Rappaport has organized Connecticut joining the inaugural walk and peaceful rally for Long Term Care Reform. — Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 24 Sep. 2026 Sheen is most notably remembered for his pioneering work in using television to spread the word of God, dating back to the 1940s. — Allen Devlin, CBS News, 19 Sep. 2026 The organization, which focuses on rescuing dogs from the streets of Mexico and finding them homes, encouraged anyone unable to foster to share Princess’s story to help spread the word. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026 As investigators search for the missing cargo, Pabst has turned to social media to spread the word, offering a reward for information and jokingly urging whoever took the truck to bring it back before time runs out. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spread the word

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“Spread the word.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spread%20the%20word. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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