call for
Idioms-
Go to get someone or something, as in John said he'd call for Mary at eight , or Someone's at the door, calling for the package . [First half of 1600s]
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Summon someone or something. For example, The audience called for the playwright , or The judge called for the verdict . [First half of 1500s]
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Require, demand, as in This job calls for a lot of patience . [First half of 1700s] Also see no call for ; uncalled for .
Example Sentences
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"We have nothing to hide. We have called for the full release of these files repeatedly. We think sunlight is the best disinfectant."
From BBC
Hassan on Friday condemned the incident and called for an investigation.
From BBC
It called for investment at least in line with inflation and more local decision-making with more officers patrolling the streets, engaging with communities.
From BBC
Navalny's mother Lyudmila told reporters she felt vindicated by the European statement and called for those responsible to be held accountable.
From Barron's
Students also called for the abolition of ICE and spoke of wanting the school board to rescind what they regard as anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
From Los Angeles Times
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