as in reaching
to transmit information or requests to
you can contact me at this number
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Recent Examples of contacting
When contacting neighbors or other nearby peers, be sure to state your goals as simply as possible to leave no room for miscommunication.
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Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
If law enforcement agents seek entry to non-public areas of the University, ask the agents to wait to enter any non-public areas until contacting Public Safety.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Another recruit, who requested anonymity for fear of being tracked down by Russians, said Omwamba avoided contacting the recruits by text message and would instead call them or meet them in person.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
Someone with a personal connection to Guthrie’s abductor may not have been tempted by the prior $200,000 reward for information, but the prospect of up to a million-dollar payout could mitigate some of the risk of contacting law enforcement, Wackrow said.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
Information also can be left by contacting 925-313-2600.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
Instead of donating the items to thrift stores, consider contacting local parenting groups or shelters to find a family willing to accept newer models that haven’t been recalled.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
His bond was set at $5,000 cash, and he is banned from contacting the victim, according to court records.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Feb. 2026
After contacting Robbie Keane and informally approaching Edin Terzic and Marco Rose about the vacancy, Igor Tudor was announced as Frank’s replacement over the weekend.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
If law enforcement agents seek entry to non-public areas of the University, ask the agents to wait to enter any non-public areas until contacting Public Safety.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Another recruit, who requested anonymity for fear of being tracked down by Russians, said Omwamba avoided contacting the recruits by text message and would instead call them or meet them in person.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
Someone with a personal connection to Guthrie’s abductor may not have been tempted by the prior $200,000 reward for information, but the prospect of up to a million-dollar payout could mitigate some of the risk of contacting law enforcement, Wackrow said.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
Information also can be left by contacting 925-313-2600.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
Instead of donating the items to thrift stores, consider contacting local parenting groups or shelters to find a family willing to accept newer models that haven’t been recalled.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
His bond was set at $5,000 cash, and he is banned from contacting the victim, according to court records.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Feb. 2026
After contacting Robbie Keane and informally approaching Edin Terzic and Marco Rose about the vacancy, Igor Tudor was announced as Frank’s replacement over the weekend.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contacting
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After decades of apathy--which has pushed the nation to a fiscal precipice--some officials are now reaching across the aisle to propose solutions.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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The month will start on the chilly side, but temperatures are poised to surge by the middle of next week, with highs reaching at least the 70s on several days.—
Jason Samenow,
Washington Post,
1 Mar. 2026
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The woman is seen getting on her phone and informing the person on the other line that a student threatened to send his mother to assault her.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The justices have been weighing whether to hear arguments in cases out of states like Massachusetts and Florida filed by other parents who say schools facilitated social transition without informing them.—
Lindsay Whitehurst,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Being in my late 50s, getting cosmetic treatments to tackle sagginess, wrinkles, fine lines, and a dull complexion has certainly crossed my mind.—
Cathy Nelson,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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French figure skater Lorine Schild is getting two French braids pulled back into a low bun.—
Katie Gunderman,
SELF,
26 Feb. 2026
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Investigation exposes a decade of abuse The investigation into Joachim began after the victim, age 14, came forward after telling her sister-in-law about the abuse, the DA's office said in a news release.—
Briauna Brown,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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In court Monday, the boy’s oldest brother, now 19, once again spoke, telling the judge he is haunted by guilt.—
Dan Sullivan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
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Morgan Stanley's comments on the AI spending environment were encouraging, addressing a key debate in the marketplace.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Another focal point will be a spotlight on distribution, addressing efforts to give African filmmakers greater access to cinemas, streaming platforms and hybrid exhibition models and ensure homegrown content reaches audiences.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Contacting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contacting. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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