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to invoke
01
invocare, evocare
to call forth or summon a spirit, often through magical words, rituals, or incantations
Transitive: to invoke a spirit
Esempi
The ritual was meant to invoke a benevolent spirit to bring fortune and health.
Il rituale era destinato a invocare uno spirito benevolo per portare fortuna e salute.
02
invocare
to mention someone or something of prominence as a support or reason for an argument or action
Transitive: to invoke sth
Esempi
In his defense, he invoked his right to remain silent during questioning.
In sua difesa, ha invocato il suo diritto di rimanere in silenzio durante l'interrogatorio.
03
invocare, implorare
to urgently or fervently ask or call for something
Transitive: to invoke sth
Esempi
She invoked the support of her friends, knowing they could help her through tough times.
Lei invocò il sostegno dei suoi amici, sapendo che potevano aiutarla nei momenti difficili.
04
invocare, provocare
to bring about or cause something to happen
Transitive: to invoke sth
Esempi
The music invoked feelings of nostalgia, taking her back to her childhood.
La musica ha evocato sentimenti di nostalgia, riportandola alla sua infanzia.
