At somebody’s beck and call
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Pro Tip 1/3Readiness Implication
The phrase suggests someone is always readily available to assist or serve another person whenever asked. 
As the newest intern, I was at everybody's beck and call in the office.
Pro Tip 2/3Potentially Negative
Used to indicate that one's time is heavily controlled by someone else, which can sometimes carry a negative connotation of subservience. 
She felt frustrated being at her partner's beck and call all the time.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal
The phrase is figurative and doesn't mean one's presence is literally demanded; it's about being heavily relied upon. 
Even on his days off, the chef was at the restaurant owner's beck and call.
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