receive word (from someone or something)

receive word (from someone or something)

To get or be given a message or communication (from someone or something). We're receiving word that the suspect is moving south on Broadway in a white pickup truck. I received word from my brother that his flight will be delayed. He's received word from a higher authority to begin the evacuation.

See also: receive, someone, word

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receive word

(from someone or something) Go to word (from someone or something).

See also: receive, word

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