call
//kɔl//
•telephone, song, visit
To speak to someone using a telephone; to make a phone call to someone.
Common Phrases
- make a call—
- receive a call—
- call back—
Example Sentences
I will call you later.
BeginnerShe calls her mom every day.
BeginnerDid you call the doctor?
BeginnerPlease call me back when you have a moment.
IntermediateThey decided to call it a night after the long discussion.
IntermediateHe had to call off the meeting due to an emergency.
IntermediateThe company's policy dictates that all customer service interactions must be recorded, especially when a client calls in with a complaint.
AdvancedDespite the late hour, she felt compelled to call her sister, sensing something was amiss.
AdvancedThe senator's office issued a press release, urging constituents to call their representatives regarding the proposed legislation.
Advanced
A characteristic sound made by a bird or other animal
Common Phrases
- bird song—The vocalizations of a bird
- nightingale's song—The melodic call of a nightingale
- animal song—Vocalizations characteristic of an animal species
Example Sentences
The canary's song filled the room with cheerful notes.
BeginnerWe recorded the frog's song during our nature walk.
BeginnerThe whale's song echoed through the ocean depths.
BeginnerEthologists study bird song patterns to identify species.
IntermediateThe cicada's summer song is both loud and persistent.
IntermediateThis frog's mating song is unique to its geographic region.
IntermediateThe researcher analyzed the owl's nocturnal song for territorial markers.
AdvancedIndigenous cultures often interpret animal song as spiritual communication.
AdvancedConservationists use bioacoustics to monitor endangered species' song diversity.
Advanced
a formal or official visit to someone or somewhere
Common Phrases
- make a visit—to go somewhere formally
- official visit—a visit for business or duty
- scheduled visit—a planned visit
Example Sentences
She made a visit to the museum last week.
BeginnerThe president's visit to the school was brief.
BeginnerWe need to schedule a visit to the client's office.
BeginnerThe official visit included meetings with local leaders.
IntermediateHer visit to the hospital lasted two hours.
IntermediateThe scheduled visit was postponed due to bad weather.
IntermediateThe ambassador's visit reinforced diplomatic ties.
AdvancedDuring the visit, he addressed key economic challenges.
AdvancedThe visit highlighted the importance of cultural exchange.
Advanced