the call is coming from inside the house phrase2 •A problem is the result of internal factors or agents, and is not the result of outside influence or interference.The government has blamed the recent unrest on foreign agitation, but they'll soon realize that the call is coming from inside the house. •(informal) Used to accuse someone of being hypocritical; look who's talking!You're always complaining that she's too self-centred. Dude, the call is coming from inside the house!
