Pronunciation: /ˈtɛlɪˌɡræm/
noun a message sent by telegraph
A1 I sent a telegram to my friend inviting him to my birthday party.
A2 Back in the day, people used to communicate through telegrams.
B1 The telegram was the fastest form of long-distance communication before the invention of the telephone.
B2 During times of war, important information was often relayed through encrypted telegrams.
C1 The telegram played a crucial role in diplomatic negotiations during the Cold War.
C2 Today, telegrams are rarely used due to the prevalence of instant messaging apps.
verb not applicable
A1 I telegram my friend to let them know I arrived safely.
A2 She telegrammed her family with the exciting news.
B1 Before the internet, people used to telegram urgent messages.
B2 The company telegrammed the important announcement to all employees.
C1 He telegrammed the details of the meeting to the attendees.
C2 The ambassador telegrammed the government with updates on the situation.
adjective not applicable
A1 I received a telegram message from my friend inviting me to their birthday party.
A2 The telegram service was discontinued many years ago with the rise of email and text messaging.
B1 The telegram communication system was widely used in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
B2 The telegram was the fastest form of long-distance communication before the invention of the telephone.
C1 The telegram was often used for urgent and important messages that needed to be delivered quickly.
C2 Even though telegrams are no longer used, they hold a nostalgic charm for those who remember receiving them.
adverb not applicable
A1 I sent a telegram to my friend to let them know I arrived safely.
A2 She quickly sent a telegram to her family to inform them of the good news.
B1 The company decided to use telegrams as a means of communication with their remote offices.
B2 Despite the prevalence of email, some people still prefer to send telegrams for important messages.
C1 The diplomat used a secure telegram service to communicate sensitive information.
C2 In times of crisis, governments often rely on telegrams to quickly disseminate urgent messages.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I received a telegram from my friend inviting me to their birthday party.
A2 She sent a telegram to her parents to let them know she arrived safely.
B1 The telegram I received was short and to the point, informing me of the meeting time.
B2 Back in the day, people used to communicate important news through telegrams.
C1 The telegram contained confidential information that needed to be handled with care.
C2 Despite the rise of modern technology, some people still prefer sending telegrams for special occasions.
preposition not applicable
A1 I sent you a telegram to let you know about the party.
A2 He received a telegram from his family informing him of the news.
B1 She sent a telegram to her friend inviting her to the concert.
B2 The telegram arrived just in time to warn them of the impending danger.
C1 The telegram was sent with urgent instructions for the team to follow.
C2 The telegram was coded to ensure secure communication during the war.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I sent a telegram to my friend inviting him to my birthday party.
A2 She received a telegram from her boss informing her about the meeting.
B1 I will send a telegram to confirm our reservation at the hotel.
B2 The company used to communicate with its branches via telegram before email became popular.
C1 Despite the convenience of email, some people still prefer sending telegrams for special occasions.
C2 The telegram was a vital means of communication during times of war and crisis.
interjection not applicable
A1 Telegram! I have exciting news to share with you.
A2 Hey, telegram! Can you please deliver this message for me?
B1 Oh, telegram, why must you always arrive at the most inconvenient times?
B2 Telegram, I urgently need to send a message to my family overseas.
C1 Excuse me, telegram, could you kindly confirm the delivery of my important message?
C2 Dear telegram, please ensure that my message is delivered promptly and securely.
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