as in elicits
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
the old family photographs we found in the attic evoked a wealth of warm memories
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Recent Examples of evokes
The soft material complements a base that also evokes folds and ribbon-like loops in clay.
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Anthony Paletta, Curbed, 17 May 2026
Thoughtful hotel design evokes a feeling, helping guests feel relaxed, inspired, and at home.
—Bridget Mills-Powell, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
Hotel California, named for The Eagles’ greatest hit, evokes Palm Springs with Spicy Patron Silver, prickly pear juice, lime, agave, and the unexpected brine from upcycled olives, lending the drink a touch of umami.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The color scheme in shades of white and sky blue evokes a scene just steps away — the French Riviera — and striped patterns give a beach resort feel.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
In the book, Jowett evokes the heat and chaos of battle as the Taliban hit Easy Company with wave after wave of brutal attack.
—Peter White, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The clandestine nature of Nafisi’s gatherings evokes an ever-present peril.
—The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
Her death bed looks more like a throne, and with all three women covered in scars, their so far unspoken history evokes the shadowy intrigue of royalty, too.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
The group’s other restaurant, Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina, evokes La Bodeguita del Medio, the mojito temple in Old Havana that won over tourists and locals with walls covered in visitors’ signatures.
—Sarah Moreno
may 12, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Anthony Paletta, Curbed, 17 May 2026
Thoughtful hotel design evokes a feeling, helping guests feel relaxed, inspired, and at home.
—Bridget Mills-Powell, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
Hotel California, named for The Eagles’ greatest hit, evokes Palm Springs with Spicy Patron Silver, prickly pear juice, lime, agave, and the unexpected brine from upcycled olives, lending the drink a touch of umami.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
The color scheme in shades of white and sky blue evokes a scene just steps away — the French Riviera — and striped patterns give a beach resort feel.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
In the book, Jowett evokes the heat and chaos of battle as the Taliban hit Easy Company with wave after wave of brutal attack.
—Peter White, Deadline, 14 May 2026
The clandestine nature of Nafisi’s gatherings evokes an ever-present peril.
—The Atlantic, 14 May 2026
Her death bed looks more like a throne, and with all three women covered in scars, their so far unspoken history evokes the shadowy intrigue of royalty, too.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
The group’s other restaurant, Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina, evokes La Bodeguita del Medio, the mojito temple in Old Havana that won over tourists and locals with walls covered in visitors’ signatures.
—Sarah Moreno
may 12, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evokes
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But for another group of Black women, the same question elicits feelings of insecurity and defensiveness.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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But there are places in the world where Israel elicits enormous respect.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 May 2026
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
19 May 2026
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The Taurus new moon inspires thinking about cycles of life, death, and rebirth.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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