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call up

[kawl-uhp] / ˈkɔlˌʌp /




















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He made just eight appearances, failing to score, so to return at the level he has this season - and earn a maiden Brazil call up - is a testament to his quality and self-belief.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

In one example, users of the new phones can press the side button to call up an Uber ride, entering the destination by voice or text.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

That foundational constitutional authority in turn supports Title 10 USC 12406, which allows a president to call up the militia — but only under specific, statutorily defined circumstances.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2025

“If I have trouble identifying something, I call up Joe and he can help me figure it out.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

Moss sat there and listened to her call up one person after another, asking how they were and if they had any time this upcoming Friday evening to help her out.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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