call back

Example Sentences

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There’s no singular explanation, but one could argue that like the Paul Smith pink wall, photos and videos of palm-tree-lined streets call back to a time when posting on social media felt lighthearted and breezy.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 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

“I heard you on all your concerns and believe we have addressed them in our new proposal. Please give me a call back when you can to discuss in detail.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

My principal just called me and I hung up on him and didn’t call back.

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini