CALL (FOR) Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

call (for) 1 of 2

verb

as in to demand

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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Relevance

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as in to seek

to make a request for called for someone to help with planning the club's party

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call for

2 of 2

phrase

as in order

to request the doing of by virtue of one's authority The bill calls for tighter regulation.

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as in require

to have as a requirement This calls for a toast!

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as in request

to give a request or demand for The position calls for someone with a master's degree.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for call (for)

Verb

This visit comes as Apple seeks to integrate its Apple Intelligence suite into devices sold in the region, navigating a complex regulatory environment that demands careful negotiation and local partnerships.

Tim Bajarin, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Rather on theme, the lineup managed to convey permission to laugh rather than demand guffaws.

Hannah Benson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024

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