say\ the\ word

say\ the\ word
v. phr. informal
To say or show that you want something or agree to something; show a wish, willingness, or readiness; give a sign; say yes; say so.

Just say the word and I will lend you the money.

I will do anything you want; just say the word.

If you get tired of those pictures, say the word.


Словарь американских идиом. — СПб., Изд-во "Лань". . 1997.

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  • Say the Word (Arcadia song) — Infobox Single | Name = Say the Word Caption = Artist = Arcadia from Album = Playing for Keeps OST B side = Instrumental Released = July 1986 Format = 7 , 12 Recorded = France Genre = Dance, New Wave Length = 4:29 Label = Atlantic 7 89370 Writer …   Wikipedia

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