put in a good word
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In the email exchange, Albus put in a good word for a St. Louis lawyer who was a finalist for an appellate court judgeship, and Blunt ultimately selected that candidate.
From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026
The moms who ask whether a friend-of-a-friend should put in a good word.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025
Uncle Buddy had connections with the Reds and put in a good word for his nephew.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2024
Rudolph needs to put in a good word for us.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 17, 2021
“I’ll put in a good word for you with the cornfield kids,” Maya said, then hung up before Grace could respond.
From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway
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