1
as in to affect
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
the pressure of final exams is beginning to tell on the students in the dorm
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2
as in to talk
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
detectives convinced the perpetrators in custody to tell on their associates
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tell (on)
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Boozman’s committee was responsible for drafting legislation affecting nutrition assistance and agriculture programs.—
Alex Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
24 June 2025 -
Roberta Kaplan, who represents Carroll, was also asked to defend the high amount of damages the jury awarded Trump, as well as explain to the court why the Supreme Court’s ruling last year giving Trump more immunity from legal liability doesn’t affect this case.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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This would be repeated often during the match: in a stoppage for a blow to Federico Valverde to talk to Bellingham, in the breaks for hydration to help other players or with Tchouameni during the process of reviewing a penalty decision.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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In its unveiling, Google showcased cinematic-level video sequences, including a scene of an old man on a boat and another showing Pixar-like animals talking with one another.—
Zach Vallese,
CNBC,
19 June 2025
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In their eyes, his music influenced an entire generation of artists and creatives.—
Mark P. Braboy,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2025
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An early investor-turned-mentor heavily influenced Saller.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
23 June 2025
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The ballpark, which completed $45 million in renovations in 2024, still impressed DeMartini a few days into his tenure.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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Halfway through Trump’s first year in office, his aides sought to impress on him the value of the United States’ global position.—
Daniel Immerwahr,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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However, not all states have the same laws, so in most joint legal custody arrangements, both parents must be informed of and agree to major medical and mental health decisions.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
23 June 2025
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There is no need to inform domains about their sluggish new competition.—
Michael Gargiulo,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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America’s entry into what had been attacks between Israel and Iran is most likely to impact oil prices, investors said, which could ripple through the economy by causing higher transportation and gas prices, just as overall inflation throughout the economy has seemed to be contained.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
23 June 2025
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With a rise in recalls (delis are often the most impacted) and the potential for dangerous bacteria, temperature control is a crucial need that comes at a high price.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
23 June 2025
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Variants of the trend also touched on body shaming.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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The three women separately touch on this contention in society, pointing to discriminatory practices that led to policies like the CROWN Act.—
Essence,
Essence,
19 June 2025
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Experts and citizens say that the government was most likely throttling internet access to prevent people from sharing information about where Israel had struck and for fear of Israeli cyberattacks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 June 2025
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The barrage led Israel’s defense minister to overtly threaten Iran’s supreme leader. Israel, meanwhile, struck Iran’s heavy water reactor, part of the country’s nuclear program, which its government insists is meant for peaceful purposes only.—
Elena Becatoros,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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“Tell (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tell%20%28on%29. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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