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I had to call in advance to book the reservation for a large conference.
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I had to call in advance to book the reservation for a large conference.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
You should call in advance to book reservations for large conferences.
Describing Habits
For large events, I always call ahead to secure the necessary reservations.
Asking About Others
Did you call in advance to reserve space for the conference?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If I hadn't called in advance, we wouldn't have had a reservation for the conference.
Rephrased versions
Formal
Prior notification was required to secure the conference reservation.
Casual
I had to give them a heads-up to book the big conference room.
Simpler English
I called ahead to get a spot for the big meeting.
Phrases to learn
call in advance
To make a phone call beforehand to arrange something.
book a reservation
To reserve a place or time in advance.