call for

Example Sentences

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But sometimes, a wish is a collective endeavor, a bold and communal call for action.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Revenue grew 14% to $4.57 billion, beating the analyst consensus call for $4.33 billion, according to FactSet.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Some days require an all-out effort; others call for a lazy stroll.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Coupled with a missed call for a walk on a foul-tip earlier in the game, the check-swing call added to a frustrating afternoon for the Dodgers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

“May I place a call for you now?”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse