sick call
Americannoun
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a daily formation for those requiring medical attention.
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the period during which this formation is held.
Etymology
Origin of sick call
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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He said deputy marshals on the inspection team escorted the prisoner to sick call so he could get help.
From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2021
He lined up for the prison’s sick call, which opened for just 45 minutes at 5am, allowing prisoners a short window to sign requests for medical assistance.
From The Guardian • Nov. 1, 2016
“If you think you are sick, or someone in your family is sick, call 4455,” the national emergency hotline number.
From Time • Sep. 22, 2014
It’s up to the commanding officer to decide whether to force the sick person to participate in the dawn routine or allow him or her to kill time with some stretching until sick call begins.
From Slate • Jul. 24, 2012
All men reporting on sick call with temperatures above 102 were rushed to the hospital.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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