sending word

Communicating a message

Sending word means communicating a message, typically through an intermediary or indirect channel rather than face-to-face: She sent word that she'd be late, He sent word ahead to prepare the guest room.

The phrase suggests deliberate transmission of specific information, often across distance or through others.

Related

instruction · relay · request · mailing · declaration · signaling · alert · urgent message · emergencies · warning · breaking news · proclamation · press release · invitation · messenger · broadcast · telecommunication · texting

Opposites
communication vs. silence

sending wordstaying quiet

Remaining without sound

keeping quiet · saying nothing · keeping mum · holding back · radio silence

communication direction

sending wordlistening

Attending to sound

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G