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invoke

Definition

  • verb: to mention (someone or something) in an attempt to make people feel a certain way or have a certain idea in their mind
  • verb: to petition for help or support
  • synonyms: accost, address, adjure

Examples

  • He 'invoked' the memory/name of his predecessor.

  • The suspect 'invoked' his right to an attorney.

  • He 'invoked' his Fifth Amendment privileges.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Durotan and Draka, I am Durotan, son of Garad. And I am here to kill Gul'dan. Ghost cannot invoke Mak'gora. (Duel of honor) You are the chieftain of no clan. Do I make a quick end of them? (..)
    2016 Warcraft