as in transmits
to cause to go or be taken from one place to another
they promised to send the package in the morning
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Recent Examples of sends
Previous complaints—including lawsuits—have focused on unsolicited text messages, alleging that the company sends them in violation of do-not-call protections.
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Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
This week, Kacey Musgraves sends a burning letter to an avoidant lover, Vince Staples goes after the establishment on an ominous rap-rock manifesto, and Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter invite you to Club Confessions — just be sure to leave your opinions about them at the door.
—Rolling Stone, 1 May 2026
Meanwhile, China sends an ominous signal to its domestic AI industry.
—Benjamin Guggenheim, Washington Post, 30 Apr. 2026
The app takes data feeds from 3D digital microscopes and other equipment in the operating room and sends it directly to the Vision Pro.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 30 Apr. 2026
Sheridan, who is directing, sends everyone out and Bruccoleri soon nails it.
—Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Although the department selectively sends press releases about some cases, the work mostly remains hidden.
—Charles Ornstein, ProPublica, 30 Apr. 2026
The 60-day clock starts once the president sends formal notification to Congress.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
But analysts note the arrival of the Bush sends a message without even firing a shot.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
This week, Kacey Musgraves sends a burning letter to an avoidant lover, Vince Staples goes after the establishment on an ominous rap-rock manifesto, and Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter invite you to Club Confessions — just be sure to leave your opinions about them at the door.
—Rolling Stone, 1 May 2026
Meanwhile, China sends an ominous signal to its domestic AI industry.
—Benjamin Guggenheim, Washington Post, 30 Apr. 2026
The app takes data feeds from 3D digital microscopes and other equipment in the operating room and sends it directly to the Vision Pro.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 30 Apr. 2026
Sheridan, who is directing, sends everyone out and Bruccoleri soon nails it.
—Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Although the department selectively sends press releases about some cases, the work mostly remains hidden.
—Charles Ornstein, ProPublica, 30 Apr. 2026
The 60-day clock starts once the president sends formal notification to Congress.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
But analysts note the arrival of the Bush sends a message without even firing a shot.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sends
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The Amp then transmits the audio through any connected speakers.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Regeneron's gene therapy Otarmeni treats a rare disease where a faulty OTOF gene limits production of a protein that transmits sound signals in the ear.—
Angelica Peebles,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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During Fenton’s time working in the Middle East with Military Sealift Command, which transports supplies to Navy ships, the Navy often made purchasing arrangements in advance with ports in the Persian Gulf, like Dubai’s Jebel Ali, the largest container port hub in the region.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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But knowing a reinvention was needed, his restaurant now transports diners to another beloved place in Mexico — Oaxaca.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sunain, the human data capture startup, ships these custom wrist cameras to vetted contributors in its network.—
NILESH CHRISTOPHER LOS ANGELES TIMES,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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Sunain, the human data capture startup, ships these custom wrist cameras to vetted contributors in its network.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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FirstNet normally dispatches a pair to a disaster site to allow continuous coverage.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
1 May 2026
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Even the infamous moment when Frank dispatches Eddie (Harvey Guillén) with a chainsaw lands more like a gag than a shock.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That engine is mated to a six-speed transmission and a chain drive that transfers that power to the rear wheels.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Apr. 2026
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The deal, announced Tuesday, transfers all trademarks and associated rights of the second leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown from the Stronach Group (doing business as 1/ST) to Churchill Downs ($CHDN).—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Sends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sends. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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