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Meaning of the word "call for" in English

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call for

US /kɔːl fɔːr/
UK /kɔːl fɔːr/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to publicly ask for something to happen

Example:
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The opposition party called for the minister's resignation.
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The situation calls for immediate action.
Synonym:
demandrequirenecessitateurgeadvocate
2.

to need or deserve a particular action, quality, or type of treatment

Example:
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This recipe calls for fresh herbs.
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Such bravery calls for a reward.
Synonym:
warrantmeritdeserveentail
3.

to visit a person or place for a short time

Example:
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I'll call for you at 7 PM.
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The doctor called for the patient in the waiting room.
Synonym:
pick upcollectsummon
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call incallcall-incall oncall buttoncall aroundcall back