CALLING (FOR) Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

calling (for) 1 of 2

verb

present participle of call (for)

as in demanding

to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority with an eye to the expected rush, the manager called for additional waiters

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as in seeking

to make a request for called for someone to help with planning the club's party

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calling for

2 of 2

phrase

present participle of call for

as in ordering

to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority The bill calls for tighter regulation.

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as in requiring

to have as a requirement This calls for a toast!

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as in requesting

to give a request or demand for The position calls for someone with a master's degree.

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Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets around Syria including in the capital Damascus demanding protection for religious minorities following the Christmas tree burning, which took place in the city of Hama around 200 km north of Damascus last night.

Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
Jodie Turner-Smith is demanding that her estranged husband Joshua Jackson pay her child and spousal support in their ongoing divorce.

Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024

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