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to call for
[phrase form: call]
01
to make something required, necessary, or appropriate
Transitive: to call for a requirement
Examples
Success often calls for perseverance.
02
to request the presence or participation of someone in a specific event or activity
Transitive: to call for sb/sth
Examples
The director called for experienced actors to audition for the lead roles in the upcoming play.
03
to make a stop to collect someone from their home or workplace
Dialect
British
BritishTransitive: to call for sb
Examples
The shuttle will call for passengers at the designated locations.
04
to suggest something as fitting or essential in a given situation
Transitive: to call for a reward or celebration
Examples
The successful negotiation calls for a round of applause for the entire team.
05
to request something loudly or formally
Transitive: to call for sth
Examples
The opposition party called for an investigation into allegations of government corruption.
