calling card

Example Sentences

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As with red baseball caps, it is a calling card that evokes his presence without explanation.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

His calling card: He added a dose of mirth to the sober ministerings of a profession not known for its sense of humor or rhetorical skills.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Volatility has been silver’s calling card in recent months but even by recent standards the last week has been a roller-coaster ride.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026

Every candidate enters a contest with a backstory and a record, which is condensed to a summary that serves as calling card, strategic foundation and a rationale for their run.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2026

He reached into his shirt pocket and pulled out a calling card, printed with the name of the circus and an address in New York City.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt