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wake-up call

wa·keup·call

uncommon

noun

1.

a warning to take action concerning something that was overlooked or neglected

  • “the bombing was a wake-up call to strengthene domestic security”
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2.

a telephone call that you request be made a specific time in order to wake you up at that time (especially in hotels)

  • “she left a wake-up call for 7 a.m.”
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