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

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

Knowing that he would need the fleet to help defend the city, he decided to call back the ships, which had set off for Newport under full sail.

From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen