calling
Example Sentences
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Pope Leo XIV, who became bishop of Rome after Pope Francis’ death last spring, has forcefully condemned the administration’s aggressive tactics, calling them “extremely disrespectful.”
From Los Angeles Times
Gates addressed his relationship to Epstein in an interview with Australia’s 9News, calling the allegations in the email “false” and calling himself “foolish” for associating with Epstein.
From Salon
Nike said it was "committed to fair and lawful employment practices", calling the inquiry "a surprising and unusual escalation".
From BBC
Elections experts expressed dismay over Johnson’s comments, calling them baseless and illogical.
From Los Angeles Times
While Scott stopped short of calling for the Justice Department to drop the investigation, his assessment that no crime was committed suggests he sees little basis for continuing it.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
