get the word out
To make some information more widely known.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“We need to get the word out about the party.”
“The charity used social media to get the word out about their upcoming fundraiser for the local park.”
“The organizers worked tirelessly to get the word out, ensuring that every member of the community understood the importance of the new environmental policy.”
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as it gets
As it is possible to be.
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bad word
A vulgar word.
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been there, done that, got the T-shirt
Alternative form of been there, done that, bought the T-shirt.
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breathe a word
To divulge even part of a secret (usually used with a negative).
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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cat got someone's tongue
Why is someone not saying anything?
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could not get elected dogcatcher
Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.
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dicky
[Cockney slang]word
Last updated August 10, 2026