Example Sentences
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It was the norm, 'your dad is going to send for you', that's the phrase they used.
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2023
He hopes to send for them once he is settled in the United States.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2023
According to reports, Mr. Musk asked his executives to send him a hiring list every week and to “think carefully” about whom they send for his approval.
From Washington Times • May 16, 2023
The Baltic States, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, said that they would also send for China’s envoys to the three countries to discuss the matter.
From New York Times • Apr. 24, 2023
“The Lord Regent has taken up residence in the Red Keep. We will send for him at once.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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