Say/give the word

verb

To tell or signal to someone to begin doing something.

As soon as you give the word, we'll start the presentation.
Visual representation of "say/give the word" - To tell or signal to someone to begin doing something

Often appears as...

  • give the word and
  • as soon as you say the word

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To grant permission or approval.

The boss hasn't said the word yet so we can't proceed with the plan.
Visual representation of "say/give the word" - To grant permission or approval

Often appears as...

  • say the word to
  • waiting for the word

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To express a wish or need for something.

If you need any help, just say the word.
Visual representation of "say/give the word" - To express a wish or need for something

Often appears as...

  • just say the word
  • say the word if

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To tell or signal to someone to begin doing something.

As soon as you give the word, we'll start the presentation.
Visual representation of "say/give the word" - To tell or signal to someone to begin doing something

Often appears as...

  • give the word and
  • as soon as you say the word

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To grant permission or approval.

The boss hasn't said the word yet so we can't proceed with the plan.
Visual representation of "say/give the word" - To grant permission or approval

Often appears as...

  • say the word to
  • waiting for the word

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To express a wish or need for something.

If you need any help, just say the word.
Visual representation of "say/give the word" - To express a wish or need for something

Often appears as...

  • just say the word
  • say the word if

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "say/give the word"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Initiation Cue

Indicates the exact moment to start an action or event.

Illustration for Initiation Cue
I'll wait for your signal. Just give the word, and I'll open the doors.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Implicit Trust

Shows trust that when the person is ready, they'll initiate the process.

Illustration for Implicit Trust
We're prepared to act on your command; say the word when you're sure.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Leadership Role

Used when someone is in a position to lead or take charge.

Illustration for Leadership Role
The team is ready. Give the word, and we'll proceed with the operation.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Initiation Cue

Indicates the exact moment to start an action or event.

Illustration for Initiation Cue
I'll wait for your signal. Just give the word, and I'll open the doors.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Implicit Trust

Shows trust that when the person is ready, they'll initiate the process.

Illustration for Implicit Trust
We're prepared to act on your command; say the word when you're sure.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Leadership Role

Used when someone is in a position to lead or take charge.

Illustration for Leadership Role
The team is ready. Give the word, and we'll proceed with the operation.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Initiation Cue

Indicates the exact moment to start an action or event.

Illustration for Initiation Cue
I'll wait for your signal. Just give the word, and I'll open the doors.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Implicit Trust

Shows trust that when the person is ready, they'll initiate the process.

Illustration for Implicit Trust
We're prepared to act on your command; say the word when you're sure.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Leadership Role

Used when someone is in a position to lead or take charge.

Illustration for Leadership Role
The team is ready. Give the word, and we'll proceed with the operation.
Visual representation of the word "Say/give the word"

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