summon

Definition

  • verb: to order (someone) to come to a place
  • verb: to issue a call to convene
  • often used as '(be) summoned'
  • synonyms: convoke, invite, cite

Examples

  • She couldn't 'summon' [='muster'] the strength/energy to finish the race.

  • Visiting his old house 'summoned up' memories of his childhood.

  • He finally 'summoned up' the courage to ask her out on a date.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) how is she? She's just ill. She... she'll be better. She's immune, like her mother. Listen to me. You need to summon your primary powers or whatever. How do we break this loop? Definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and (..)
    2016 TvShow: 12 Monkeys Title: Lullaby Season: 2 Episode 8