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call-ups

  • plural
    of call-up.
    call-up
    noun
    an order to report for active military service.

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So, when manager Dave Roberts was asked in Detroit whether the Dodgers would consider setting up a left-field platoon with the team’s September call-ups, he said yes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

By late August, it was obvious Freeman would be among the Braves’ call-ups when rosters expanded on Sept. 1.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026

Rooney has spoken previously about some of Tuchel's call-ups for his World Cup squad and his "shock" at Harry Maguire's omission.

From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026

Arriving at Villa after winning a second European Championship with England Under-21s, it has been other young players such as Elliot Anderson and Alex Scott who have earned senior call-ups this season.

From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2026

Elliot Anderson and Alex Scott - who both impressed with Elliott at Euro 2025 in Slovakia - have earned senior call-ups under Tuchel, with the former making his debut.

From BBC ● Dec. 3, 2025