leave word
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I’d read the book overnight, and Bowman had stood by for my assessment, but I had some kind of urgent appointment, and had to leave word with my friend Maureen, knowing he’d call.
From The New Yorker ● Jan. 2, 2019
“We must talk soon. I’ll leave word with Mr. Watch.”
From "Chasing Vermeer" by Blue Balliett
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He would call at Barnard’s Hotel Tuesday morning at nine o’clock, when if not agreeable please leave word.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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"At least you will leave word where you are going, Miss Florence."
From The Million Dollar Mystery Novelized from the Scenario of F. Lonergan by MacGrath, Harold
No wonder you didn’t leave word where you were going.
From Marjorie Dean College Junior by Lester, Pauline
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