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calling

[kaw-ling] / ˈkɔ lɪŋ /
NOUN
chosen profession
Synonyms
STRONG
art business career craft do dodge employment gig go handicraft hang lifework line mission occupation play province pursuit racket slot swindle trade vocation work
WEAK
day gig life's work metier métier nine-to-five rat race walk of life
Antonyms
STRONG
avocation entertainment fun pastime recreation surrender unemployment
WEAK
amusement hobby

Example Sentences

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Many of those attending had signs calling for cuts to fuel bills.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

“And I’m not calling this Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s problem.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Swalwell has denied the allegation, calling it “flat false” and rejecting any suggestion of wrongdoing.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

Pope Leo lashed out against warmongers on Saturday while calling on billions of people around the globe to embrace peace and "believe once again in love, moderation and good politics".

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

I take the letter upstairs, calling a quick, ‘Thanks, Mum,’ over my shoulder on the way up.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler