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
Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 25 July 2025
Hogan was rushed to the hospital after medics responded to a call from his Clearwater, Florida, home about a cardiac arrest.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 25 July 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
Noun
Then Moore received the call from Meche that afternoon in 2011 to announce his retirement and walk away from the remaining $12 million on his contract.
—Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 25 July 2025
Hogan was rushed to the hospital after medics responded to a call from his Clearwater, Florida, home about a cardiac arrest.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for call
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Hearing the monkey’s cries— what of the child abandoned to the autumn wind?—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Sixty-years-and-change later, that’s still the rallying cry of drivers who regard the Porsche 911 as the best sports car in the world.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The standard six-week postpartum visit is too late to identify emerging issues, let alone intervene.—
Ashley Austin,
Time,
20 July 2025
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During Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to the White House in May, Trump sought to highlight his efforts.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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The message is that Riyadh isn’t concerned — yet — about the debate in Washington over the complete lifting of US sanctions.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
23 July 2025
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Long-term goals and short-term pressures were at odds, and some companies were looking at their internal sustainability goals as a box-checking measure rather than an opportunity to showcase a larger message to customers.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Challenge manufacturing did not respond to multiple requests for comment.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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Sauk County Sheriff Chip Meister did not respond to requests for comment.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
Noun
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All retained their titles of prince and princess, but these titles will become personal and any future spouses or children will not have a right to them.—
Alex Apatoff,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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One where healing, safety, and prosperity are not luxuries, but rights.—
Afdhel Aziz,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Members of the Board of Zoning Appeals voted 7 to 2 to reject the resident's request to overturn an April decision by the city's Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department, or BSEED, which gave a green light to the redevelopment project at 9851 Hamilton.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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The Kansas City Royals aren't far out of playoff contention, but with a congested race in the American League, some teams will have to make tough decisions very soon.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Navigating diverse global markets is becoming more complex due to rising regulatory demands alongside ongoing instability, trade disputes and geopolitical conflict.—
Alex Ford,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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If Higgins had it his way, no one would ever leave Buffalo Trace without their favorite bottle of bourbon, but since the aged spirits take years to complete, it's taken more than a decade for the supply to even closely reach the demand inside the the gift shop.—
Maggie Menderski,
The Courier-Journal,
15 July 2025
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According to his bio, Dufrene previously worked at a chemical plant but found his true calling as an airboat captain.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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But spalding has another calling as well these days.—
Steve Baltin,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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“Call.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/call. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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