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call for

The correct spelling is call for.

How to pronounce call for

verb

Say it like: Cal-l f-or

The correct spelling is call for. To shout out in order to summon (a person). For example: "I leant out of the back door and called for Lucy."

Usage Examples

I leant out of the back door and called for Lucy.

We finished the main course in short order and called for more wine.

The government has called for an end to hostilities in the region.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To shout out in order to summon (a person).
  2. 2.To ask for in a loud voice.
  3. 3.To request, demand.
  4. 4.To necessitate, demand.
  5. 5.To stop at a place and ask for (someone).

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