call forth
Britishverb
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“And the President has every right under the Constitution and by statute to call forth the National Guard and Marines to quell lawless violence directed against enforcement of federal law.”
From Los Angeles Times
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
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