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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The pet food brand is looking for one kitten and one puppy to serve as honorary brand ambassadors and help spread the word about healthy eating. Drew Pittock, USA Today, 6 July 2026 Coventry was a hotbed of anti-monarchist sentiment, and Benajah's role during the American Revolution was to spread the word that the British were on the march. Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026

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“Spread the word.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spread%20the%20word. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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