a call to arms

a call to arms

A strong command or inducement for action, especially among a particular group of people. The actress used the event as a call to arms for women in the film industry to demand equal pay and representation.

See also: arm, call, to

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a call to arms

a call to make ready for confrontation.

See also: arm, call, to

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