CALLING (OFF OR OUT) Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

calling (off or out)

verb

Definition of calling (off or out)

present participle of call (off or out)

as in giving out

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That reddish fruit on a stick seemed to pale in comparison to the loads of candy that other houses were giving out.

— Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026
Elton John, a longtime friend of Stipe’s, broke his longstanding rule against giving out phone numbers to link up Watt and Stipe, sensing the two would enjoy a partnership.

— Devon Ivie, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of giving out

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Both adult residents of the home were alerted to the fire when their dog began barking, helping wake them up, the fire department said.

— Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
When the group arrived, Jason couldn’t enter the residence because of the barking dogs.

— Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of barking

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As Hinojosa gained in the polls this summer, Abbott reversed his position on data centers, announcing a moratorium on new developments and an audit on the use of water and energy.

— Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2026
In her new role, Danielle will help celebrate her aunt's life and accomplishments while offering a personal perspective on the woman behind the music, according to a press release announcing the appointment.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of announcing

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To prepare for the holiday season, retailers are posting more permanent part-time jobs in place of seasonal roles, says Ullrich.

— Itzel Franco, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
Ahsan Masih was accused of posting blasphemous content to TikTok in 2023, and was sentenced to death the following year.

— Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of posting

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But this particular reality show tries to justify its controversial existence by proclaiming its seriousness with regards to psychology, philosophy, and current events.

— Judy Berman, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
California state legislators also passed a resolution in her honor, proclaiming September 4 as California Wildlife Day.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of proclaiming

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The subsequent furor is about hiding it from the public and about a brazen plea to keep the Democratic Party and three of its candidates from advertising those facts.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026
The person advertising the dumpster collects money through a payment app and appears to be the provider.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of advertising

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