Meaning of say the word | Babel Free

Definitions

To indicate that it is time to perform an action; to give permission.

idiomatic

Examples

“"I wish—When shall we have courage to marry, Jude?" "Whenever you have it, I think I shall. It remains with you entirely, dear. Only say the word, and it's done."”

“"A primitive fellow. I'll kick him out if you say the word, my dear."”

“"[I]f there's anything I can do to help you make the grade, just say the word."”

“"What do you want? You want the moon? Just say the word, and I’ll throw a lasso around it and pull it down."”

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