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telling

[tel-ing] / ˈtɛl ɪŋ /


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Warsh has said he is committed to preserving the Fed’s independence from political pressure, and told the Senate during his hearing that Trump isn’t telling him what to do or think.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Beyond losing work, Iranians in interviews say they are unable to complete ordinary tasks like telling family members where they are, obtaining medical records after doctor visits or updating their car’s software.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

It may be telling that his only competitive appearances under Tuchel came in the two World Cup qualifiers against minnows Andorra.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

I am not telling you what to buy.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

As he juggled, he was telling everyone about how he had ridden Marlene all the way from Dresden.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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