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calling

[kaw-ling] / ˈkɔ lɪŋ /


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A photo of Serena Williams roaring makes the Guardian's front page, calling her comeback "no fairytale".

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

The referee saw the exchange and stopped play, calling for video review.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

In a video message ahead of Tuesday's rally, INC spokesman Edwil Zabala said the church was calling for "transparency" in standing by Marcoleta.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

Among those that submitted letters calling for change are Charles Schwab, LPL Financial, and Sullivan & Cromwell, the law firm representing banks like Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

I went after her, calling and calling for her to come back.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo




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