Make some calls

Answer:

UMP

Hint:

Think of the person who shouts "Strike!" or "Out!" on the diamond, not the one holding a phone.

Explanation:

"Make some calls" is a playful hint for "UMP" because umpires in sports (like baseball) "make calls"—they decide plays like strikes or outs. The word "ump" is short for "umpire," so the clue cleverly uses the double meaning of "calls" as both phone calls and official rulings. It’s a common crossword trick to twist everyday phrases into sports or job-related terms.

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General solving tip

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