1
as in influenced
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 talked
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 told (on)
Verb
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Jaramillo’s father was a veteran police officer who influenced him greatly.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025 -
Traffic congestion, public transit’s effect on neighborhoods and notable endorsements likely influenced voters most, local leaders and political experts say.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
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Over the course of the three-day summit, attendees and Goldman leaders talked all things AI—from the most lucrative investments, to the tech’s impact on the environment, and its potential to innovate industries.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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His family never really talked to any of us.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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Almost 30 families have been displaced, with the American Red Cross assisting those who have been affected.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Despite some hopeful signs, the report warned that the South Bay office market remains in tough shape compared to its state before a global outbreak affected the job market and overall economy starting in March 2020.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2026
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What has impressed upon you in this last month or so as the most pressing issues right now for actors?—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
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At Valentino, Piccioli impressed the fashion world with his skills as a couturier, which is a major asset given Balenciaga returned to couture in 2021, as well as with his ability to modernise a heritage brand.—
Vogue Business Team,
Vogue,
4 Nov. 2025
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Local fire and government authorities are notified prior to burn days and kept informed throughout prescribed fire operations.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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She was later informed by a paramedic that her mother, Michele, had also been found dead inside.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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In 2025, Kroeze said the mill saw cotton production in various regions, including organic and regenerative cotton, be impacted by extreme weather and supply chain disruptions which can lead to shortages, unpredictable costing and challenges in maintaining consistent quality.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Jan. 2026
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Through a mix of fiction and nonfiction, Questions 27 & 28 introduces us to three generations of characters who were all impacted by FDR’s internment, a novelistic investigation of a shameful American chapter.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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From the engagement ring to the cake, chairs, florals and the dress, all these items are touched by tariffs.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Mia's courage, optimism and grace touched the lives of the entire Husky community.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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The earthquake struck at a depth of just 2 miles, with its epicenter approximately 6 miles northwest of Blue Diamond.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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One Alvarado police officer was struck in the neck during the attack.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Told (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/told%20%28on%29. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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