A long-distance call is a telephone call made outside of the local calling area. The crossword solutions for the term 'long-distance call' are SCREAM (6 letters), YELL (4 letters), YODEL (5 letters), and SOS (3 letters). SCREAM is an expression of strong emotion, usually fear or pain, that is uttered loudly. YELL is a loud shout or cry. YODEL is a type of singing that involves alternating between a normal voice and a falsetto voice. SOS is an internationally recognized distress signal used in emergency situations.