Synonyms of call
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as in to shout 
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as in to dial
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as in to visit
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as in to cancel
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as in to consider
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as in to cry
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as in to summon
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as in to estimate
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as in to ask
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as in to name
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as in to order
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as in to predict
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as in to demand
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as in to seek
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as in to see
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as in cry
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as in visit
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as in message
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as in request
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as in right
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as in decision
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as in demand
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as in order
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as in require
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as in put in (for)
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as in to shout
to speak so as to be heard at a distance
we could hear someone calling for help from the other side of the wall
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as in to visit
to make a brief visit
the hospital posts the hours during which friends and relatives may call
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as in to cancel
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
the game was called on account of rain
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as in to summon
to bring together in assembly by or as if by command
called all the night workers in for a meeting
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as in to estimate
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
let's call that five feet for now, and we'll measure it out later
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as in to ask
to demand or request the presence or service of
rushed to call a tow truck operator when the car broke down
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as in to name
to give a name to
we've decided to call the kitten "Molly"
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as in to predict
to tell of or describe beforehand
somehow the political pundit called the race results within a mere percentage point
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as in cry
a natural vocal sound made by an animal
a ranger who could immediately identify the call of every creature in the forest
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as in visit
a coming to see another briefly for social or business reasons
we paid a call on the new neighbors the day after they moved in
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as in message
a communication by telephone
give me a call as soon as you arrive, so I'll know you got there safely
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as in request
an act or instance of asking for information
put out a call for background information about the suspect
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as in right
an entitlement to something
you have no call to insult people
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as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration
I told you my preference for a cruise destination, but it's your call
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as in demand
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
there's not much call for woodstoves in this part of the country
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as in to demand
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority
with an eye to the expected rush, the manager called for additional waiters
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as in to seek
to make a request for
called for someone to help with planning the club's party
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as in to see
to make a social call upon
lots of well-wishers called on the new parents in the weeks following the birth of their first child
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as in require
to have as a requirement
This calls for a toast!
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as in put in (for)
to give a request or demand for
The position calls for someone with a master's degree.
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Recent Examples of call
Hartford Courant, 14 Feb. 2023
Breakouts might call for the Salicylic + Green Tea Exfoliating Cleanser and Aloe + Algae Lightweight Gel Cream, whereas dry skin might crave a boost of moisture from the Hyaluronic + Arnica Hydrating Serum.
—Lisa Desantis, Allure, 14 Feb. 2023
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
Report of gunshots, driver covered in blood leads to discovery of body in woods
Dispatchers received a 911 call around 5:42 a.m. reporting gunshots, the prosecutor said.
—Quinlan Bentley, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Aug. 2025
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Anyone who would like to get connected to treatment, or knows someone who does, can call 1-800-563-4086 or visit connectgnh.org at any day or time.
—Hartford Courant, 14 Feb. 2023
Breakouts might call for the Salicylic + Green Tea Exfoliating Cleanser and Aloe + Algae Lightweight Gel Cream, whereas dry skin might crave a boost of moisture from the Hyaluronic + Arnica Hydrating Serum.
—Lisa Desantis, Allure, 14 Feb. 2023
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Meanwhile, no reports as anything more than a phone call for Rodrygo, who while more expensive, is much younger and is more likely to hold, or even increase, his value during his time in Munich.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
Report of gunshots, driver covered in blood leads to discovery of body in woods
Dispatchers received a 911 call around 5:42 a.m. reporting gunshots, the prosecutor said.
—Quinlan Bentley, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for call
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Meanwhile, Target and other retailers began locking up products behind Plexiglass, claiming a scourge of shoplifting was to blame for disappointing profits — a cry that didn’t always hold up to scrutiny.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
21 Aug. 2025
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After giving him a bath, Nipsey's owner caved while listening to his cries.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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Well, St James’ Park threatens to be another level entirely for Liverpool’s visit: a Bank Holiday Monday, under the floodlights, with Newcastle and their fans seething with indignation about Alexander Isak’s behaviour and Liverpool’s pursuit of him.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
25 Aug. 2025
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Tinubu and his delegation of government officials are also set to meet business leaders during the two-day visit, his third since coming to office barely two years ago.—
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25 Aug. 2025
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Through tireless efforts, these lawyers are not only winning cases but also sending a powerful message: that every worker deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and that those who violate these basic rights will be held accountable.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Each intermission featured a sequence of striking visuals and thought-provoking messages displayed onscreen above the stage.—
Regina Kim,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The office did not respond to a records request for the warrant supporting arrest of the two men in Navis' courtroom.—
John Diedrich,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The attorney has not yet responded to a request for comment.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Those rights were separately negotiated with the German football federation (DFB).—
Manuel Veth,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Further southwards, towards the horizon and to the right of Vega is Altair, the eye of Aquila, the Eagle.—
Jesse Emspak,
Space.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Pragmatic Path Forward Malaysia stands at a decision point that could define its next chapter of development.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Cincinnati’s city solicitor’s office is handling the disorderly conduct case against him – a decision that some have called politically motivated and intended to appease the concerns of the Black community.—
Kevin Grasha,
The Enquirer,
29 Aug. 2025
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Nissan cites prioritizing customer demand and market timing as the reason for the change.—
Stuart Dyos,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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Reviving drive-in culture Even as demand has waned since the pandemic, some organizers are reopening shuttered drive-ins.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
23 Aug. 2025
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What started as a hobby soon became a calling, and in 2007 Luca launched Luxx, his debut nightclub, building a reputation for crafting memorable (or, perhaps hazy) nights out.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Berger and Beaman builds an operation Berger said his decision to leave Grace Chapel and form Ambassador Services International was inspired by God’s calling.—
Liam Adams,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Call.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/call. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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