referral
noun
re·fer·ral
ri-ˈfər-əl 
Examples of referral in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services.
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Emily Deletter, USA TODAY, 5 Apr. 2024
Parker says his approach will put higher expectations on schools, parents and city agencies to report and address unexcused absences, as well as amend the truancy referral process.
—Meagan Flynn, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
The former Connecticut health commissioner said concierge doctors join large hospital systems because of the institutions' reputations, while hospitals sign up concierge physicians to ensure referrals to specialists and inpatient care.
—Phil Galewitz | Kff Health News, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2024
When Olivas requested a referral to the system’s memory care team for further testing, the new doctor readily agreed, but an appointment wasn’t available for six to eight months.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 29 Mar. 2024
Then, ask for a referral to one person they are connected to.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Clients are eligible for assistance once every two weeks and referrals are not required.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2024
That September, the start-up announced its move into banking with a promotion that gave people $5 to sign up and another $5 for every referral.
—Erin Griffith, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2024
Patient referrals are made through schools, Boys and Girls Clubs via the nonprofit's mobile dental center, and community visits to more remote areas.
—Alexis Waiss, The Arizona Republic, 17 Mar. 2024
Emily Deletter, USA TODAY, 5 Apr. 2024
Parker says his approach will put higher expectations on schools, parents and city agencies to report and address unexcused absences, as well as amend the truancy referral process.
—Meagan Flynn, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
The former Connecticut health commissioner said concierge doctors join large hospital systems because of the institutions' reputations, while hospitals sign up concierge physicians to ensure referrals to specialists and inpatient care.
—Phil Galewitz | Kff Health News, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2024
When Olivas requested a referral to the system’s memory care team for further testing, the new doctor readily agreed, but an appointment wasn’t available for six to eight months.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 29 Mar. 2024
Then, ask for a referral to one person they are connected to.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Clients are eligible for assistance once every two weeks and referrals are not required.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2024
That September, the start-up announced its move into banking with a promotion that gave people $5 to sign up and another $5 for every referral.
—Erin Griffith, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2024
Patient referrals are made through schools, Boys and Girls Clubs via the nonprofit's mobile dental center, and community visits to more remote areas.
—Alexis Waiss, The Arizona Republic, 17 Mar. 2024
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referral
noun
re·fer·ral
ri-ˈfər-əl
: the act or an instance of referring
Medical Definition
referral
noun
re·fer·ral
ri-ˈfər-əl
1
: the process of directing or redirecting (as a medical case or a patient) to an appropriate specialist or agency for definitive treatment
2
: an individual that is referred
Legal Definition
referral
noun
re·fer·ral
ri-ˈfər-əl
: the act or an instance of referring
appealed the referral of the bill to the Budget Committee
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