cold calling
- a word derived from cold call.
Example Sentences
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So cold-calling is often met with a frigid reception.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
Then he sold Google ads for a company called Linktech, whiling away his days cold-calling strangers who weren’t exactly happy to hear from him.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2025
After the interview, Kristen and co-host June Thomas talk about the terrifying work of cold-calling sources.
From Slate • Oct. 22, 2023
The 22-year-old had been surviving in temporary jobs - like factory work and cold-calling - since he was 16.
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2023
It's even cold-calling possible candidates and offering enlistment bonuses of up to $50,000.
From Salon • Aug. 27, 2022
