called back

VERB

recall

Synonyms

WEAK

order back return a call summon summon back telephone

Example Sentences

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Two radiologists are required to read every mammogram, and patients are called back in for further tests where there is any dubiety - but still, 20% of cancers are missed.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

After the men hung up, Grillo called back to question why that phone call needed to happen.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

Because most inmate releases are done during the daytime, prison staff had to be called back in to handle the paperwork and logistics of freeing an inmate.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026

The Senate went into recess for a week starting Thursday, but senators could be called back to Washington in case of a rapid leap in negotiations.

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

They called back and forth as Ivan sidled up beside Anya, still staring at Dobrynya.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack