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Re:Phrase origin: Why do we "call" functions? by tshaddox on Wednesday July 09, 2025 @02:13PM (#44513173)
Synonyms of "invoke" include "call forth" and "conjure up."
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Re:Phrase origin: Why do we "call" functions? by QuercusMax on Wednesday July 09, 2025 @03:41PM (#44514018)
Or a "call sheet", which is the list of cast and crew needed for a particular film shoot
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