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verb

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1. To communicate with a base etc, by telephone.

   Example: I was too unwell to work yesterday so I called in sick.

2. To report; communicate (a message) by telephone or similar.

   Example: The hoaxer called in a bomb threat.

3. To pay a short visit.

   Example: I'll call in this afternoon to pick up my prescription.

   Synonyms:call onpop in

4. To summon someone, especially for help or advice.

   Example: The government called in the army to deal with the riots.

   Synonyms:summon