Cerca
to call off
[phrase form: call]
01
disdire
to cancel what has been planned
Transitive: to call off a plan
Example
We might need to call off the picnic if it keeps raining.
The event was called off at the last minute due to low attendance.
The coach called the practice session off due to heavy rain.
02
ordinare di fermarsi, far cessare
to command a person or animal to cease their aggressive behavior
Transitive: to call off a person or animal
Example
The officer called off the police dog as soon as the suspect surrendered.
The owner called off the aggressive cat before it could harm the visiting guests.
The zookeeper had to call off the charging elephant to avoid any injuries.
03
chiamare, guidare
(in square dancing) to guide the dance and give instructions for the steps
Transitive: to call off a dance
Example
The experienced caller can call off intricate patterns with ease.
The instructor called off the dance, helping beginners navigate the steps.
During the event, the expert caller called off various dances, delighting the crowd.
