By word of mouth

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adverbial phrase

If something is known or spread by word of mouth, people tell each other about it, rather than it being reported in writing or through other ways.

The news was not announced officially, instead it spread rapidly by word of mouth.
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  • spread by word of mouth
  • known by word of mouth
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Informal Context

Used in casual conversations, not in formal reports or official announcements.

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I found this great cafe by word of mouth from friends.
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Personal Trust

Implies a level of trust or endorsement when shared between individuals.

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He’s a reliable mechanic, I know him only by word of mouth from satisfied customers.
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No Official Record

There's usually no documentary evidence when information is communicated by word of mouth.

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Many family recipes are passed down by word of mouth, without written instructions.
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