over the phone

idiom

: by calling on the telephone
You can order a pizza over the phone.

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Only this time, the battle won't take place over the phone. Mat Issa, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025 The president has in the past also used private outreach, including over the phone to lawmakers on the fence and hosting members at the White House to discuss how to move forward. Brett Samuels, The Hill, 17 May 2025 But, as far as having conversations over the phone, no. Joey Nolfi Published, EW.com, 17 May 2025 These two currently provide counseling services to farm individuals, couples and families anywhere in the state, either in person, via Zoom or over the phone. Michael Johnson, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for over the phone

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“Over the phone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/over%20the%20phone. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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