call back
Example Sentences
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The aide offered to learn more and call back, but the family says it never received another call.
From Salon ● May 27, 2026
He left our number, hoping the lure of a big sale might tempt Jaf himself to call back.
From BBC ● May 12, 2026
The next day, I had to fly to L.A. for a call back, and I was just sitting alone in a hotel room — I felt so empty.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 1, 2026
Callers may have also experienced a busy message, where they receive a message to call back when the lines aren’t full.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 23, 2025
When she objected to his ranting, he broke off the conversation and didn’t call back for months.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
