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call of nature

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Definition


When one has to go to the bathroom.

Context : Social Life
Category: Euphemism, Idiom
Semantic: biological urge

Usage of “call of nature”

  1. During my drive to Los Angeles, the call of nature urged me to the nearest gas station.

  2. The call of nature forced me to take mini-breaks during the long meeting.

Examples of idiom “call of nature” from Twitter
  • Default avatar for Twitter user '0355user'
    0355user:

    RT @nshriram14: RESPONDING TO THE call of nature is a #euphemism for ...err....U know what! #artwiculate

  • Default avatar for Twitter user 'chilimp'
    chilimp:

    Fulfilling the call of nature....

  • Default avatar for Twitter user 'felicialeeyw'
    felicialeeyw:

    O the call of nature after every single meal!

  • Default avatar for Twitter user 'cassjeanjoe'
    cassjeanjoe:

    I answered the call of nature...by taking a walk in the park. Now I feel better :)

  • Default avatar for Twitter user 'Stephaniecsy'
    Stephaniecsy:

    I just tried to drunk myself with water and now... I'm dealing with the calls of nature...

  • Default avatar for Twitter user 'lav_peaches'
    lav_peaches:

    The calls of nature are always performed by the Hindus the 1st thing in the morning (c)