1
as in calling
to demand or request the presence or service of
without explanation, the managing editor summoned me to his office
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as in gathering
to call into being through the use of one's inner resources or powers
managed to summon a bright smile despite the gloomy day
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as in mustering
to bring together in assembly by or as if by command
summoned a special session of parliament
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Recent Examples of summoning
On July 2, Neptune stationed retrograde, summoning us into a period of heightened awareness and self-reflection.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
The New York Philharmonic has a habit of summoning ex-leaders back into service.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2024
Like, possibly summoning the actual Satan real, along with revealing some very disturbing traits in Dylan’s crush, Judith (Jessica Treska), and some of the other cool kids at school.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Oct. 2024
There are few better analogies for success for an entrepreneur than summoning lightning at will.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
The show is hot enough to conjure up several actor rumors, although the ones summoning Cillian Murphy for the role of Lord Voldemort are not correct, sources add.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Agatha debates summoning a substitute for the road.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
The New York Philharmonic has a habit of summoning ex-leaders back into service.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2024
Like, possibly summoning the actual Satan real, along with revealing some very disturbing traits in Dylan’s crush, Judith (Jessica Treska), and some of the other cool kids at school.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Oct. 2024
There are few better analogies for success for an entrepreneur than summoning lightning at will.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
The show is hot enough to conjure up several actor rumors, although the ones summoning Cillian Murphy for the role of Lord Voldemort are not correct, sources add.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Agatha debates summoning a substitute for the road.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for summoning
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The Sundance Film Festival is considering a big move for 2027, but the 2025 feature film and episodic programs find the Robert Redford founded gathering very much in its traditional wheelhouse with a mix of big-name projects, politics, and what might just be the next big thing.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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For anyone in business or personal development, there’s a critical difference between gathering knowledge and applying it.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Something dim and unknowable seemed to be asking me to trust it.Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Carter’s attorney Alex Spiro filed a motion Monday asking a judge to force the accuser to reveal her real name or dismiss the case.Conor Murray, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Eras was also a boon for ride-hailing companies.Auzinea Bacon, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
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Meaning the car could be part of Tesla’s fully autonomous ride-hailing vehicle (aka Cybercab/Robotaxi) strategy, which is Musk’s primary obsession.Brooke Crothers, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Over the past two decades, IT leaders have focused on securing project approvals and assembling top talent to drive success.Barry Cousins, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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You'll be tasked with several goals while assembling the Storm Chasers, including heading into the heart of the Storm Dungeon while trying to avoid lightning strikes and taking down the Storm King's Acolytes.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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The readings come as investors closely watch signals from Chinese leaders, who are convening this week in Beijing for a series of key meetings on economic planning for the coming year.Peter Catterall, Fortune Asia, 10 Dec. 2024
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The announcement of the Creator Council is likely to elicit its share of skepticism and even snark from the golf social media community, questioning what the Tour truly aims to achieve by convening this group of influencers.Mike Dojc, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Summoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/summoning. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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