invoked

Example Sentences

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Some sources have also invoked the existence of an unofficial truce between the jihadists and the government, explaining the calm felt in the capital.

From Barron's

He invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination in response to a subpoena for documents and questions in a deposition in the New York lawsuit against Indyke and Kahn filed last year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lasso invoked the "two-way death" on Wednesday, citing Ecuador's grave political crisis.

From Reuters

Lasso invoked the 'two-way death' citing Ecuador's grave political crisis.

From Reuters

It is seen as an extreme measure and opposition groups, including Conaie, Ecuador's influential confederation of indigenous groups, had warned that they stage mass protests if it was invoked.

From BBC