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uncalled forUnjust, undeserved, or inappropriate. Sir, I appreciate that you are frustrated, but such rude remarks are really uncalled for. You made your point, Jim, but it was uncalled for to give the kids such a harsh punishment. uncalled forNot justified, undeserved, as in That rude remark was uncalled for. [Early 1800s] Also see call for, def. 3. |