To say something before it happen that you predicted would

Claiming rights to something. Like calling the last beer in the fridge, or the front seat in a car. Calling shotgun.

A telephone call received (usually) in the small hours of the morning, usually bearing bad news about a close friend or family member -- most of the time, either they have died, are near death, and/or were involved in a terrible accident.

to do something half-assed, not bothering, doing the bare minimum

An American rock band consisting of two talented & not to mention hot people - Alex Band & Aaron Kamin.

They're most famous for their song "Wherever You Will Go" which was a big hit in '01.

Fantastic band who incorporate meaningful lyrics into their songs.

To predict something before it happens, and subsequently state once the predicition actually occurs. Usually trivial like a plotline to a film, or a sports result.

To call it a day, to end the current task.