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to formally request or direct someone to perform a duty or task
to shout something
to shout names or numbers to be heard clearly
to openly criticize someone's unacceptable behavior
AmericanWhat does "to call out" mean in social slang?
The phrase "to call out" means to publicly or directly criticize someone for unacceptable or inappropriate behavior. The structure uses "call," meaning to name or point out, and "out," implying exposure. It is commonly used in social situations and online spaces where people challenge behavior they consider wrong, often to hold others accountable or demand correction.
to challenge someone to fight one in a face-to-face fight
to order workers to stop working temporarily to show disagreement or seek better terms
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