an instance of speaking to someone using a telephone

to make a telephone call

to speak, say, or engage in conversation with others

a talk, discussion, or formal dialogue

to speak, converse, or deliver an oral address

A formulaic expression used at the start of a narrative or chapter to introduce a story.

used to introduce a candid, sincere, or blunt statement

the subject of a talk, conversation, or discussion

in a word; in short

a joke or jest; something funny intended to cause laughter

nonsense; rubbish; superfluous words

a conversation or a formal exchange of views between two or more parties

if (coming after a conditional clause)

a telephone conversation or telephonic connection

spoken words, speech, or utterances expressing thoughts or feelings

Traditional stories concerning gods, supernatural beings, or the origins of a culture.

children's fairy tales

to follow instructions or do what one is told; to be well-behaved

words that are honest and represent the actual facts or reality

The official standard language of China (Putonghua), based on the Beijing dialect.

stage play or modern drama characterized by spoken dialogue rather than singing

to tell the truth and speak frankly without hiding or distorting the facts

it's a long story; complicated and not easy to express succinctly

A popular or traditional saying, proverb, or colloquial expression.

profane, obscene, or rude language

a sequence of digits used to connect to a specific telephone line for communication

deceitful or false statements intended to mislead

malicious or disparaging remarks about someone, typically spoken behind their back

bullshit; nonsense

the underlying meaning, tone, or subtext in someone's words

to ask someone a question

(idiom) to make a long story short; to keep it brief

words spoken from the heart; one's true thoughts or honest feelings

Words that sound pleasant or promising but are not followed up with action.

telephone line or physical wire used for telecommunications

telephone receiver or the part of a phone used for speaking and listening

ridiculous talk or irrational speech; hogwash

to reply

to have nothing to say; at a loss for words

vulgar or coarse language

telephone booth

(telephone) conference call

one's true feelings or thoughts that are usually kept private

foolish talk or silly remarks

to phone someone up

telephone directory