remain on call

verb phrase

Meaning

Stay available to be summoned for work or duty outside of normal working hours.

Examples

The technician must remain on call throughout the holiday period to handle emergency repairs.
She chose to remain on call during her vacation in case the project encountered a critical failure.

Synonyms: stand by, be available, be on standby, be reachable

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remain on call

verb phrase

Pronunciation: rɪˈmeɪn ɒn kɔːl

Definition

Stay available to be summoned for work or duty outside of normal working hours.

Examples

The technician must remain on call throughout the holiday period to handle emergency repairs.
She chose to remain on call during her vacation in case the project encountered a critical failure.
Even after his shift ended, he had to remain on call in case the surgical team needed extra support.

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