Call for: meaning, definitions and examples

This is used when there's a need or demand for something, often of a serious nature.

• The situation calls for immediate action.
• The doctor called for the patient to be seen urgently.

This is used when asking politely or formally for something. It is less urgent than 'call for.'

• She made a request for a day off.
• The manager requested more information about the project.

This is used in formal or legal contexts, where someone is commanded to appear, often in a court setting. It often carries a sense of authority and urgency.

• He received a summons to appear in court.
• The officer issued a summons for speeding.

This is employed when making an earnest or formal request, often for help or support. It can also be used in legal contexts.

• The charity made an appeal for donations.
• The lawyer filed an appeal against the court's decision.

Used when requesting something formally or when there is a need for something specific.

• The recipe calls for two cups of sugar.
• The situation calls for immediate action.

Used when speaking very loudly, typically to communicate over a distance or when angry or excited.

• He had to shout to be heard over the noise.
• She shouted at her brother for breaking her toy.

Used when expressing strong emotions or a need for help loudly, often in distress or pain.

• She cried out in pain when she hurt her ankle.
• The child cried out for her mother.

Used when shouting loudly, often in anger, excitement, or to emphasize something. May have a slightly more informal or negative connotation.

• He yelled at his team to run faster.
• She yelled in frustration when she couldn't find her keys.