Used when taking a bold step to address serious issues, usually involving the authorities.

Serious Action

Whistleblowers may face retaliation or risk their jobs, which underscores the gravity of the act.

Potential Repercussions

Often associated with ethical duty and legal rights to report wrongdoings.

It can be used for less severe issues, not just major wrongdoing or legal violations.

Commonly used in professional settings to refer to calling out unprofessional behavior.

Can refer to violations of unspoken rules or norms in various contexts.

In sports, signifies that the game has been paused or ended due to some event.

Signals players to stop action immediately, often indicating a rule breach.

Used to manage the timing of events within a sporting match.