invocation

Example Sentences

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But Shakespeare as a brand remains unparalleled in our culture: Mere invocation of his work can confer a warm, orangey glow of importance upon an otherwise pedestrian reflection on it.

From The Wall Street Journal

But perhaps the most disturbing part of Trump's performance came when he administered what sounded like a fascist invocation or loyalty oath to his followers.

From Salon

Following the president's invocation of the 49:3 procedure, opposition parties have tabled two censure motions against the government which will be debated this week.

From BBC

Presented by the Classic Stage Company, “black odyssey” opens with a chorus’s invocation: “Let’s begin at the beginning so we may end at the end.”

From New York Times

Brewer's invocation of the anti-abortion group's scorecard provoked a strong response.

From Salon