call for

phrase

Synonyms of call fornext
1
: to call (as at one's house) to get
I'll call for you after dinner
2
: to require as necessary or appropriate
the job calls for typing skills
the design calls for three windows

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Micah Reed, a San Fernando Valley resident, launched an online petition calling for an audit and relief for ratepayers after receiving a DWP bill of more than $3,300 for late July through late September. — Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026 On Saturday, thousands rallied in Tel Aviv to protest against Netanyahu’s government and call for an independent inquiry into the security failures that led to the 7 October Hamas attacks. — Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 27 Oct. 2026 The agreement calls for sharing sales, hotel and card room taxes generated by the development, once it is completed. — Sacbee.com, 27 Oct. 2026 Joe Ehsth said a date calls for quiet surroundings, space between tables and lower lighting. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for call for

Word History

First Known Use

1547, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of call for was in 1547

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