as in to create
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
we should be prepared for the possibility that any solution may invoke another set of problems
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Recent Examples of invoke
In imposing tariffs, which Congress has the constitutional power to approve, Trump invoked his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA), which grants the President authority to regulate commerce in light of threats that can constitute a national emergency.
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 30 May 2025
Both amendments are often invoked in excessive force lawsuits, as the Fourth protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures and the Fourteenth guarantees due process.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 30 May 2025
The decision found Trump overstepped his authority by invoking emergency economic powers to impose sweeping tariffs on China, Canada, Mexico and other US trading partners.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 29 May 2025
The administration has argued that district judges should not have the power to invoke nationwide injunctions.
—Dan Gooding
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
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Chad De Guzman, Time, 30 May 2025
Both amendments are often invoked in excessive force lawsuits, as the Fourth protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures and the Fourteenth guarantees due process.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 30 May 2025
The decision found Trump overstepped his authority by invoking emergency economic powers to impose sweeping tariffs on China, Canada, Mexico and other US trading partners.
—Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 29 May 2025
The administration has argued that district judges should not have the power to invoke nationwide injunctions.
—Dan Gooding
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for invoke
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Ronaldo’s post on social media on Monday, when Al Nassr played the final match of their season, then created more conversation.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Defense created easy offense and in the halfcourt, the ball skipped around.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
28 May 2025
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The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2025
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The minuscule particles can lead to breathing problems like bronchitis and cause inflammation that aggravates diabetes, heart disease and other health conditions.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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The primary, Sam Rashid, is a demanding man from Tampa who is bringing his entire family on vacation, including two adorable four-year-olds.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
3 June 2025
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From improving response times to personalizing interactions and empowering agents, AI brings a range of benefits for reshaping how service is delivered and experienced.—
Philippe Riveron,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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That research also generated more than $94.5 billion in new economic activity nationwide, according to United for Medical Research, a coalition of research groups and advocates.—
Katheryn Houghton,
NPR,
26 May 2025
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In a country where the two dominant parties agree on scarcely anything, the collective exasperation with Musk generated unusual consensus.—
Evan Osnos,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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China was particularly hard hit and tensions between Washington and Beijing hit a boiling point when Trump announced a 145 percent tariff against China, prompting China to hit back with a 125 percent retaliatory tariff.—
Sonam Sheth
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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Organizations can also experiment with engaging formats like PricewaterhouseCoopers’ prompting parties, which provide low-stakes opportunities for employees to build confidence and try new AI programs.—
Greg Edwards,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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But then, proving the impossible possible is what these films have done from the start.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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The pair's journey on Teen Mom has shown what a year of struggling to get pregnant did to Cheyenne and Zach, both as individuals and as a married couple.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Schwarber has produced 17 home runs this season for the Phillies, and nine of them have came against lefties.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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The film is produced by Hype Studios and Gold Rush Pictures.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
23 May 2025
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“Invoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invoke. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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