calls (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /kɔːlz/
Definition
A brief visit or telephone communication.
Examples
She made a few quick calls to her friends to invite them to the party.
I received several calls from unknown numbers yesterday.
He missed an important call from his boss while he was in a meeting.
How to Use calls
- make a call (collocation)
- To telephone someone. — "I need to make a quick call to my mother."
- receive a call (collocation)
- To get a telephone call. — "She was happy to receive a call from her son."
- on call (prepositional phrase)
- Available to work or be contacted if needed, especially outside of normal working hours. — "The doctor is on call tonight in case of emergencies."
- call for (phrasal verb)
- To demand or ask for something publicly. — "Many groups are calling for immediate action on climate change."
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