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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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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DeSantis and fellow Republicans have touted the makeshift detention center — an agglomeration of tents, trailers and temporary buildings constructed in a matter of days — as an efficient and get-tough response to President Donald Trump’s call for mass deportations.—Jennifer Peltz, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025 After a phone call with the president of the European Commission, Trump reneged and agreed to go back to the July 9 deadline.—Olivia-Anne Cleary, Time, 12 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for call
As a child, Khader often returned to Palestine for family visits.
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M. Z. Adnan,
New Yorker,
20 July 2025
Rihanna's sultry suit look is just the latest in a string of bump-revealing ensembles, following a custom Chanel look for the Smurfs premiere in Brussels on June 28 and a white two-piece outfit during another visit to Giorgio Baldi last weekend.
One day later, a cache of unverified messages and photos purported to be sent by Horner was anonymously sent to prominent members of the F1 paddock and the international media.
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Luke Smith,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Lex outmaneuvers the titular hero for most of Superman, turning the public against him by uncovering the entirety of the sinister message from his Kryptonian parents and orchestrating a political conflict for personal gain.
Communications officials for the UW System and the governor's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
While the House has approved the request and the Senate is considering it, the administration might attempt a pocket rescission to cancel the funding even if congressional approval is not forthcoming.
From knowing your cancellation rights to riding it out safely, here’s what to know before, during, and after a hurricane potentially impacts your trip.
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Skye Sherman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
Citizens will need to be aware of their rights when getting into an accident.
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Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
15 July 2025
Until this can be verified, the City Council must not come close to making any final decision.
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U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
Lawyers for the defendants, including alleged ringleader Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, are weighing whether to appeal the decision to the full federal bench or the U.S. Supreme Court.
Navigating diverse global markets is becoming more complex due to rising regulatory demands alongside ongoing instability, trade disputes and geopolitical conflict.
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Alex Ford,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
Getting there requires entering a lottery for a permit from the Bureau of Land Management; demand is far greater than supply.
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