as in to give
to give something (such as information or an object) to someone else
They relayed the good news to their children just before leaving for work.
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Recent Examples of relay
The maid of honor will help with those last coordinating details and relay any necessary information to the wedding party.
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2025
According to Hello! magazine, Prince William met Kaleb Cooper from the show Clarkson’s Farm, and he was asked to relay a message from his eldest son.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Sheriff’s office: ICE has deportation orders for 10,000 people in Orange County
Mayor Jerry Demings relayed those totals Tuesday as part of a Board of County Commission discussion about an agreement allowing jail staff to help federal immigration authorities serve warrants and deportation orders.
—Orlando Sentinel and Miami Herald Editorial Boards, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
The White House has insisted that no classified information was shared in the chat after The Atlantic released screenshots on Wednesday showing Hegseth relayed specific information related to weapons used and the timing of attacks.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 26 Mar. 2025
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2025
According to Hello! magazine, Prince William met Kaleb Cooper from the show Clarkson’s Farm, and he was asked to relay a message from his eldest son.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Sheriff’s office: ICE has deportation orders for 10,000 people in Orange County
Mayor Jerry Demings relayed those totals Tuesday as part of a Board of County Commission discussion about an agreement allowing jail staff to help federal immigration authorities serve warrants and deportation orders.
—Orlando Sentinel and Miami Herald Editorial Boards, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
The White House has insisted that no classified information was shared in the chat after The Atlantic released screenshots on Wednesday showing Hegseth relayed specific information related to weapons used and the timing of attacks.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for relay
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Delegating is about giving your employees a time to learn, to grow, to shine and to expand while also helping to lighten your load and achieve organizational goals.—
Terina Allen,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Both the city’s ad hoc committee on the 2028 Olympic Games and the full council gave its approval this week to several venue changes, including shifting equestrian events from the Valley to Temecula.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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Hess, in his earlier films, displayed a refined sense of comic timing, of scenes that hold long enough and are framed cannily enough to convey a sense of wondrous observation.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2025
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What was important to you to convey about Saxon in that scene?—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2025
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Kennedy is a longtime anti-vaccine advocate who is now using his position as the top US health official to spread misinformation and doubt about the safety and efficacy of vaccines.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
2 Apr. 2025
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Crushed pistachios, slivered almonds and two blackberries spread over a silky custard awash with sweet, nutty flavor.—
Benjy Egel,
Sacbee.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Hardy allegedly unknowingly communicated with undercover MPD officers via text message to organize handovers in a downtown parking garage.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Elisabetta Franchi communicates an aesthetic that is sellable.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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According to a press statement from the department, 31-year-old Demetria Spence was taken into custody and charged with transmitting a false public alarm.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Working closely with the health department, Plascencia said people can transmit the disease through speaking, singing or coughing.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2025
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Its age imparts a notable depth and complexity, which, while true to its Wild Turkey roots, also takes the whiskey to a new level.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Its blue-gray feathery leaves impart an unparalleled softness to the tree’s canopy.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
1 Apr. 2025
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There were so many physical scenes and heavy emotions carried throughout.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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The New York Helicopters chartered chopper, which was carrying a pilot, two adults and three children, fell into the Hudson River by Lower Manhattan in New York City on Thursday afternoon, officials said during a press briefing.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Relay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relay. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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