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 Trevor escalates his con and starts contacting Karl and calling her at work, Paula flips.
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Erin Qualey, Vulture, 29 May 2026
According to Bear, witnesses reported seeing Matt near a river before contacting authorities.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The latest guidance from the Treasury Department states that the department will start contacting people via email on May 28.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 28 May 2026
If the child does not show up at school at the start of the school year, the district must try to reach the parents at least three times before contacting the state education department to track down the child.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
Officials are asking anyone who purchased the plants beginning April 21 to help prevent further spread of the pest by first placing two garbage bags over the plants and tying them tightly, and then contacting their local agricultural commissioner’s office.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
Landau quickly implemented a strict hierarchy at the agency, requiring subordinates to work up a chain of command before contacting her — an about-face from Frolich’s collaborative approach, attorneys said.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
But spend more of your time directly contacting people who already know, like and trust you and will therefore be more likely to take a chance on your career pivot.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Wilson said future steps include contacting homeowners and holding a public meeting for residents to ask questions in advance of the replacement project beginning.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2026
Erin Qualey, Vulture, 29 May 2026
According to Bear, witnesses reported seeing Matt near a river before contacting authorities.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The latest guidance from the Treasury Department states that the department will start contacting people via email on May 28.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 28 May 2026
If the child does not show up at school at the start of the school year, the district must try to reach the parents at least three times before contacting the state education department to track down the child.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
Officials are asking anyone who purchased the plants beginning April 21 to help prevent further spread of the pest by first placing two garbage bags over the plants and tying them tightly, and then contacting their local agricultural commissioner’s office.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
Landau quickly implemented a strict hierarchy at the agency, requiring subordinates to work up a chain of command before contacting her — an about-face from Frolich’s collaborative approach, attorneys said.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
But spend more of your time directly contacting people who already know, like and trust you and will therefore be more likely to take a chance on your career pivot.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Wilson said future steps include contacting homeowners and holding a public meeting for residents to ask questions in advance of the replacement project beginning.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contacting
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And the experience of reaching the grand Baroque castle southeast of Paris is just as memorable as the destination itself, thanks to the journey onboard the Joie de Vivre, built specifically for the Seine River.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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And with no imports reaching the island, Cubans have to eat what’s grown locally, said CiberCuba (Valencia).—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
31 May 2026
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But the mark goes beyond informing consumers.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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These efforts are also informing the design of GE Aerospace’s open-rotor engine under the Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE) program.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Both Landman and The Madison have been renewed for new seasons, with Landman heading into its third and The Madison getting a second, but the Landman stars could not divulge any details about what to anticipate in season 3.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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But getting the shoes, walking around in my spare time in New York in heels, which Carolyn does in the show and Sarah Pidgeon does not.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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In order to secure the funds, the family members submitted fake financial instruments and money orders, continuing to do so even after the IRS sent them letters telling them to stop, according to the statement.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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Especially telling is the staff’s attention to detail.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Xcel also plans to file additional proposals addressing both short-term and long-term power needs.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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Peace deals or a crackdown Voters across Latin America are increasingly ditching leaders that pitched progressive policies aimed at addressing the root issues of conflict, such as lack of opportunities for young people and corruption.—
Megan Janetsky,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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