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to call down
[phrase form: call]
01
to tell someone they have done something wrong and express disapproval
Grammatical Information
Action verb
Regular
Separable
Present tense
call down
3rd person singular
calls down
Past simple
called down
Past participle
called down
Examples
The parent called down their child for breaking a household rule.
02
to make something happen or appear as if by magic
Examples
The ancient wizard could call down thunderstorms with a mere wave of his staff.
03
to request divine help or blessings through prayer
Examples
They called down for strength during the challenging journey.
