makeup call
The term "makeup call" is used in both sports and entertainment, but it carries different meanings in each context.
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Definition
B2Sports
(informal)A decision by a referee to compensate for a previous mistake by making a favorable call for the affected team.
Example
- The referee made a makeup call to balance out his earlier incorrect decision.
B2Entertainment
(technical)A request or scheduled time for actors or models to have cosmetics applied before a performance or photo session.
Example
- The actress received a makeup call for 6 AM before the shoot.
Similar
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