say the word

say the word
say the word
to give a signal to begin; to say yes or okay. •

I'm ready to start any time you say the word.

We'll all shout “Happy Birthday!” when I say the word.

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{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./

Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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