He prepared to lay off his secretary of 14 years and send longtime clients elsewhere.

"New York may send great clients to California."

At night, by prior arrangement, it sends clients to several churches and synagogues to sleep.

Merrill is also sending clients into private equity funds, which often involve venture capital investments.

Internet providers send clients to a web site through which they can vote with a few clicks.

Of course, sending clients to local agents is exactly what big brands like those owned by Cendant are supposed to do.

"In charge of sending clients into that back room?"

They sent me clients, and I sent them money.

She and the ladies from Chez Ninon sent clients over.

Through its own contacts in the private sector, the company helps to send clients on job interviews.