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verb

present tense third-person singular of call (for)
1
as in demands
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority with an eye to the expected rush, the manager called for additional waiters

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2
as in requests
to make a request for called for someone to help with planning the club's party

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calls for

2 of 2

phrase

present tense third-person singular of call for
1
as in orders
to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority The bill calls for tighter regulation.

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2
as in needs
to have as a requirement This calls for a toast!

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3
as in asks (for)
to give a request or demand for The position calls for someone with a master's degree.

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Recent Examples of calls (for)
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This calls for a playbook focused on how leaders prepare, train, and compete in a business landscape with no offseason. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026 The legal standard to charge law enforcement for a shooting that occurs while on duty is high, which also complicates calls for accountability. — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 18 July 2026 The occasion calls for a top-notch look—because yes, an Instagram post is bound to happen. — Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 18 July 2026 This decade, the state calls for Oceanside to build about 2,500 units for people with very low incomes. — Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026 The scale of this challenge calls for technical expertise, commercial collaboration, and innovative investment strategies. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 July 2026 Wear it with sneakers for a casual daytime look or swap in strappy sandals when the occasion calls for it. — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for calls (for)
  1. demands
  2. requests
  3. requires
  4. seeks
  5. claims
Verb
  • The beating sun, and therefore sweaty, sunburned skin, demands a looser fit that’s light-as-air, and this popover style is perfect to throw on and go.
    — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 21 July 2026
  • Buffett's philosophy demands understandable businesses with predictable cash flows, a stark contrast to drug development's long, uncertain path and complex variables.
    — Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of demands
Verb
  • The complaint alleges breach of contract against Pamela in her capacity as trustee of Malcom’s estate and requests a declaratory judgment to settle the ongoing legal matter.
    — Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 22 July 2026
  • The suit also requests injunctions to prevent future faculty terminations and speech suppression on campus.
    — Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Definition of requests
Verb
  • Federal code requires researchers to register and certify inactivated viruses.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
  • The city incentive requires Goldenrod to complete the Van Zandt by the June 30, 2027.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
Definition of requires
Verb
  • The Plant Humanities Initiative at Dumbarton Oaks seeks to explore histories like this one, illuminating the many ways that plants and people have shaped each other across time and place.
    — Kari Traylor, JSTOR Daily, 29 July 2026
  • Tom often seeks former student-athletes who followed through on commitments, possess an outgoing personality and engage others confidently.
    — Corey McQuade, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of seeks
Verb
  • Iran claims the Strait of Hormuz is under its control and has frequently attacked vessels that do not adhere to its instructions.
    — Salma Arafa, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
  • But these types of cases, especially ones where the petitioner claims ineffective assistance of counsel, are hard to win, two defense attorneys told the Statesman.
    — Alex Brizee July 30, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026
Definition of claims

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“Calls (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calls%20%28for%29. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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