CALL UP

v. 1. To make someone think of; bring to mind; remind. The picture of the Capitol called up memories of our class trip. 2. To tell to come (as before a court). The district attorney called up three witnesses. 3. To bring together for a purpose; bring into action. Jim called up all his strength, pushed past the players blocking him, and ran for a touchdown. The army called up its reserves when war seemed near. 4. To call on the telephone. She called up a friend just for a chat.