wake-up calls

The phrase “wake-up calls” has 3 syllables: wake-up calls.

It's pronounced as /ˈweɪk ʌp ˌkɔlz/.


What is synonym and antonym for wake-up calls?

In the thesaurus, “wake-up calls” has 4 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for wake-up calls along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for wake-up calls

  • red flags
  • red lights
  • signs
  • warnings

Antonyms for wake-up calls

  • all clears

Meanings of wake-up calls

  • noun
    1. A telephone call to awaken someone at a certain time, especially one requested by the person while staying at a hotel.
    2. An alert, reminder, or call to action caused by a dramatic event.

Example Sentences

  • Experiencing multiple setbacks can serve as powerful wake-up calls, urging us to reevaluate our approach to life.
  • The documentary served as a series of eye-opening wake-up calls about the state of the environment.
  • The company's declining profits were clear wake-up calls for management to implement necessary changes.
  • His doctor's warnings were urgent wake-up calls for him to take his health more seriously.
  • The recent natural disasters acted as global wake-up calls for governments to prioritize climate change mitigation efforts.

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