call down
Example Sentences
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Among Griffis’ many memorable revelations about the Land of the Rising Sun is a proverb about the perils of revenge: “If you call down a curse on anyone, look out for two graves.”
From Washington Times • Jan. 24, 2023
They have also refused to call down their protest until the government addressed their concerns.
From BBC • Jan. 19, 2023
But I’m less certain on when it becomes our individual duty to call down that hand ourselves.
From Washington Post • Nov. 10, 2022
“Are you feeling OK?” one fan shouted as Federer chose not to challenge a close call down, 0-4.
From New York Times • Jul. 7, 2021
“Mama, I’m home,” I call down the hallway.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
