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to call on
[phrase form: call]
01
to officially ask a person or organization to do something
Transitive: to call on sb
Examples
The mayor called on the community for support during the crisis.
The president called on the nation for unity in challenging times.
02
to casually and briefly visit someone
Dialect
British
BritishTransitive: to call on sb
Examples
I 'll call on my friend Sarah this evening.
They called on us unexpectedly, and we had a great time chatting.
03
to ask for help or information from someone
Transitive: to call on sb
Examples
The employee called on her supervisor for clarification.
The team called on their coach for support.
04
to use one's skills or qualities to get something done
Transitive: to call on one's skills or qualities
Examples
The chef called on his culinary expertise to craft a delicious dish.
The entrepreneur called on his strategic thinking to navigate the competitive market.
05
to ask someone to express their ideas or respond, usually in a public or educational context
Transitive: to call on sb
Examples
In the seminar, the speaker called on attendees to engage in a collaborative discussion.
During the interview, the journalist called on the actor for insights into the film.
06
to identify and fix errors to ensure accuracy
Transitive: to call on sb
Ditransitive: to call on sb a mistake
Examples
She called the speaker on the misinformation during the debate.
The teacher called the student on the incorrect answer and provided the right one.
