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Vocabulary Entry
invoke
|verb • verb • verb
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verb
To call upon a deity, spirit, or force for aid, support, or inspiration.
Example Sentences
"The speaker decided to invoke the memory of great leaders to inspire the crowd."
"During the ceremony, they will invoke the spirit of unity and peace."
"He invoked the help of his friends when facing a difficult challenge."
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verb
To bring about or give rise to (a feeling, situation, or condition).
Example Sentences
"The movie was able to invoke emotions of joy and sadness simultaneously."
"Her speech invoked a sense of urgency among the audience."
"The aroma of fresh bread can invoke memories of childhood."
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verb
To cite or appeal to as an authority for an action or in support of an argument.
Example Sentences
"In his paper, he invoked the studies of renowned scientists."
"The lawyer invoked precedent to bolster his case in court."
"She invoked various sources to support her thesis."