SOS
noun
1
: an internationally recognized signal of distress in radio code ‧ ‧ ‧ - - - ‧ ‧ ‧ used especially by ships calling for help
2
: a call or request for help or rescue
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The news comes from Globalstar, a satellite communications provider that powers the Emergency SOS feature on newer iPhone models.
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Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
The news comes from Globalstar, a satellite communications provider that powers the Emergency SOS feature on newer iPhone models.
—Michael Kan, PCMAG, 1 Nov. 2024
The movie will serve as the SOS singer’s acting debut in a feature film.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 24 Oct. 2024
Corbett-Jacobs said the car deputies located did not show signs of a crash that could trigger the SOS message, which adds to the family’s suspicions.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
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“SOS.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/SOS. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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SOS
noun
ˌes-(ˌ)ō-ˈes 
ˌes-ə-ˈwes
1
: an international radio code distress signal used by ships and aircraft calling for help
2
: a call for help
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