helpline — A telephone service providing help and information, typically for people in distress
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A telephone service providing help and information, typically for people in distress
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhelpˌlaɪn/
Example Sentences
- My friend called a depression helpline at 3 AM, and surprisingly, they also provided pizza recommendations.
- The company set up an employee helpline for workplace stress.
- He spent so much time volunteering at the helpline that he became the person who needed help with his phone bill.
helpline
NOUN[/ˈhelpˌlaɪn/]
A telephone service providing help and information, typically for people in distress
a caring female operator speaks gently into her headset while looking at her computer screen. She takes notes on a pad as she listens intently to someone calling for help. Behind her, other operators work at similar stations answering incoming calls. The caller on the other end feels relief as the operator provides guidance and support. Other staff members coordinate resources and share information to assist callers effectively. a telephone service providing help and information to people in distress
The helpline saves both airline and pipeline!
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“My friend called a depression helpline at 3 AM, and surprisingly, they also provided pizza recommendations.”
“The company set up an employee helpline for workplace stress.”
“He spent so much time volunteering at the helpline that he became the person who needed help with his phone bill.”
“The consumer helpline helped me resolve my billing issue quickly.”
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