Example Sentences
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And every once in a while, we send for a goodie box from Zabar’s in New York.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 23, 2024
Sign up for Capitol Letters, a newsletter we send for every day of the legislative session.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 16, 2024
It was the norm, 'your dad is going to send for you', that's the phrase they used.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 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
“Shall I send for a technician to operate it?”
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
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