call forth

verb

1. tr, adverb to cause (something) to come into action or existence

   she called forth all her courage

Example Sentences

There were acrobats and athletes; there was H.E.R. strutting mid-stage making her guitar growl as if you call forth Prince’s spirit.

From Salon

Madame Leota floats, patiently hovering above a table as she calls forth the apparitions.

From Los Angeles Times

The law implements Congress’ constitutional authority under the Constitution to “call forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union.”

From Salon

“Such Kindness” is an astonishing novel about all these feelings, and the actions they call forth when we pay attention.

From Los Angeles Times

Johnson urged his audience to call forth the "can-do Promethean spirit that will get us out of this mess".

From BBC

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• suggest
• urge