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send

1 of 1verb
/sɛnd/
Forms:sends,sending,sent,sent
1

to have a person, letter, or package physically delivered from one location to another, specifically by mail

A2
  • I need to send this important document to the head office by express mail.
  • Can you send the package to my home address instead of the office?
  • She decided to send a handwritten letter to her friend who lived overseas.
  • Please send the invoice to our accounting department for processing.
  • They promised to send the signed contract to us by the end of the week.
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2

to direct or order someone to go to a specific direction or particular destination

transitive
  • They sent a representative to the conference.
  • Sarah couldn't attend, so they sent her sister as a replacement.
  • The teacher sent the student to the principal's office for disciplinary action.
  • He sent his son to the store for groceries.
  • The university is sending researchers to study the wildlife in the area.
3

to cause the movement of an object or person in a specific direction or manner

transitive
  • She sent the ball flying with a powerful kick.
  • The slap on the back sent him stumbling a few steps forward.
  • The explosion sent debris scattering in all directions.
  • The cannon's blast sent a plume of smoke into the sky.
  • A sudden gust of wind sent the papers on her desk flying.
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4

to cause a specific emotional or behavioral response in someone

  • His hilarious impersonation of the boss sent the whole office into fits of laughter.
  • The delicious aroma of the freshly baked bread sent my taste buds into overdrive.
  • His harsh criticism sent her confidence plummeting.
  • The gentle lullaby sung by her grandmother never failed to send her to sleep.
  • The speech sent the crowd into a frenzy.
5

to communicate a message or information to someone through a written or electronic means

transitive
  • They sent their congratulations on your achievement.
  • My sister sends her best wishes.
  • Please send my regards to your family.
  • They send their love and congratulations.