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as in shouted
to speak so as to be heard at a distance
we could hear someone calling for help from the other side of the wall
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2
as in dialed
to make a telephone call to
use this cell phone to call me if there's an emergency
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as in visited
to make a brief visit
the hospital posts the hours during which friends and relatives may call
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as in cancelled
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
the game was called on account of rain
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as in considered
to think of in a particular way
I wouldn't quite call that cheating, but it's not entirely ethical either
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as in summoned
to bring together in assembly by or as if by command
called all the night workers in for a meeting
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as in estimated
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
let's call that five feet for now, and we'll measure it out later
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as in asked
to demand or request the presence or service of
rushed to call a tow truck operator when the car broke down
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as in dubbed
to give a name to
we've decided to call the kitten "Molly"
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as in ordered
to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority
the union president is refusing to call a strike
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as in predicted
to tell of or describe beforehand
somehow the political pundit called the race results within a mere percentage point
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Recent Examples of called
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Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
A week after suffering a gut-punch loss to Nevada in Reno when two winning touchdowns were called back in the final moment and a tying field goal with seconds to play just missed, Sac State shook off early jitters to unleash a balanced offense in improving to 1-2.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2025
In multiple myeloma, cancerous plasma cells make abnormal proteins called monoclonal light chains.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 14 Sep. 2025
On the top floor of the eight-story building was a recital hall called Steinhall Auditorium that had a seating capacity of nearly 250.
—Sarah Biegelsen, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2025
One local highlight, Pasqyra Beach, is even home to what's been called the statistically bluest water in the world.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
The colors called to mind the heat and vibe of Havana and Miami — faded terracotta, tobacco, palm green and oceanic blue.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
After their divorce, Noe opened a boutique in Los Angeles called Trio’s.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
Another clever variation that emerged in the 19th century was the butter bell (sometimes called a butter crock).
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
A week after suffering a gut-punch loss to Nevada in Reno when two winning touchdowns were called back in the final moment and a tying field goal with seconds to play just missed, Sac State shook off early jitters to unleash a balanced offense in improving to 1-2.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2025
In multiple myeloma, cancerous plasma cells make abnormal proteins called monoclonal light chains.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 14 Sep. 2025
On the top floor of the eight-story building was a recital hall called Steinhall Auditorium that had a seating capacity of nearly 250.
—Sarah Biegelsen, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2025
One local highlight, Pasqyra Beach, is even home to what's been called the statistically bluest water in the world.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
The colors called to mind the heat and vibe of Havana and Miami — faded terracotta, tobacco, palm green and oceanic blue.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
After their divorce, Noe opened a boutique in Los Angeles called Trio’s.
—Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
Another clever variation that emerged in the 19th century was the butter bell (sometimes called a butter crock).
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for called
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The plane’s window shades remained closed for the entire flight, and a guard at the front of the plane shouted at anyone who spoke.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Michel Iluz, whose son Guy Iluz was killed while captive in Gaza, shouted into the microphone at the Jerusalem protest, the pain in his voice mounting to a howl.—
WAFAA SHURAFA,
Arkansas Online,
7 Sep. 2025
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One signature program from SAMHSA has been dialed back.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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After timeouts by both teams, Payton kept his offense on the field, however, and dialed up a pass play.—
Arnie Stapleton,
Denver Post,
9 Sep. 2025
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The website page also said that Kirk had previously visited the school with Turning Point USA in 2019.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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The Levetts, semi-retired bus drivers, first visited Orlando’s theme parks together in 2012.—
Bianca Bosker,
The Atlantic,
14 Sep. 2025
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As a junior at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and vice chair of the Utah Federation of College Republicans, Beesley considered Kirk a hero.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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The century-old competition, held every four years, is considered as prestigious as a Michelin star—and many award-winning chefs have earned both.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
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Gomez said her tween sister cried while watching Inside Out 2.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Sep. 2025
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That her mom cried in the courtroom because the judge wouldn’t give her probation.—
Manuel Muñoz,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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They’re periodically summoned for advice, including to review evidence and vote on whether the FDA should approve drugs, vaccines, and medical devices, often when FDA officials face a difficult decision.—
Arthur Allen,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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Ellen is about to go out for a ride when she’s summoned to the Great Hall.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
12 Sep. 2025
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More than 3,000 people were estimated to be at the event, according to the university's police chief, Jeff Long.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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It is widely estimated that fighters are given a smaller share of the organization's revenue compared to athletes in other leagues and fighting promotions.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The agency released four photos and asked the public to report tips on the FBI website.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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He was asked if his injury has been limiting him.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Called.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/called. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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