wake-up call

wake-up call
a) A telephone call to awaken someone at a certain time, especially one requested by the person while staying at a hotel.

She requested a five a.m. wake-up call from the front desk.

b) An alert, reminder, or call to action caused by a dramatic event.

The recent deaths should serve as a wake-up call to others at risk.


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