[call] in sick
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to notify one's employer or supervisor that one is unwell and unable to work on a specific day
- She had a high fever, so she had to call in sick and stay home.
- If you're feeling unwell, it's important to call in sick to prevent the spread of illness at the workplace.
- He woke up with a severe migraine and had to call in sick for the day.
- Calling in sick is necessary to ensure you have time to rest and prevent the spread of illness to colleagues.
- He called in sick last Monday because of a stomach virus.