phoned in

Example Sentences

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But if these were mostly algorithmic trades to reduce his tax burden, does it mean Mr. Trump never phoned in a trade based on inside information?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026

Selena’s vocals, and her stage presence, are impossible to be phoned in.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2025

Before the bill passed, Freehill routinely phoned in every prescription for misoprostol when her patients were miscarrying so she could explain to the pharmacist why she was prescribing it.

From Salon • Jul. 25, 2024

Police arrived at Mr. Turley’s Fairfax residence Friday after an unknown person phoned in a 911 call falsely claiming a shooting occurred at the prominent legal scholar’s home.

From Washington Times • Dec. 30, 2023

“Another hunter phoned in the alert before you.”

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu