1
as in calling
to demand or request the presence or service of
without explanation, the managing editor summoned me to his office
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2
as in gathering
to call into being through the use of one's inner resources or powers
managed to summon a bright smile despite the gloomy day
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as in mustering
to bring together in assembly by or as if by command
summoned a special session of parliament
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Recent Examples of summoning
After her death, the South Jakarta Police Criminal Investigation Unit launched an investigation, summoning at least five individuals for question.
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Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
When agents stop to arrest or question someone, the networks signal the location, summoning more people who sound warnings with whistles and honking, film what’s happening and call out legal advice to people being detained.
—Tim Sullivan, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
When the doc tries summoning the presence in the house, the TV comes on with an episode of It’s Buddy, a show of which Grace can find no trace on the internet.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
Winds will shift northerly overnight, summoning colder air as the system departs.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 8 Jan. 2026
But Lee finally had him at his disposal again, summoning the eighth-year pro into the rotation in the first quarter after initially going to Tre Mann to spell Ball.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 24 Dec. 2025
On further reflection, reluctantly tying up your partner and summoning the courage to ask your boss for a raise might not have very much in common.
—Andrew Martin, New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2025
One spectacular sequence, a descent into caves, punishes you for using your stronger but louder armaments, like missiles, by summoning more enemies.
—PC Magazine, 2 Dec. 2025
Backxwash, Only Dust Remains Death is ever present in the work of Montreal rapper and producer Backxwash, from face-paint gesturing to Zambian communal ceremonies to tense riffs summoning extreme metal signifiers.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2025
Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
When agents stop to arrest or question someone, the networks signal the location, summoning more people who sound warnings with whistles and honking, film what’s happening and call out legal advice to people being detained.
—Tim Sullivan, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
When the doc tries summoning the presence in the house, the TV comes on with an episode of It’s Buddy, a show of which Grace can find no trace on the internet.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026
Winds will shift northerly overnight, summoning colder air as the system departs.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 8 Jan. 2026
But Lee finally had him at his disposal again, summoning the eighth-year pro into the rotation in the first quarter after initially going to Tre Mann to spell Ball.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 24 Dec. 2025
On further reflection, reluctantly tying up your partner and summoning the courage to ask your boss for a raise might not have very much in common.
—Andrew Martin, New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2025
One spectacular sequence, a descent into caves, punishes you for using your stronger but louder armaments, like missiles, by summoning more enemies.
—PC Magazine, 2 Dec. 2025
Backxwash, Only Dust Remains Death is ever present in the work of Montreal rapper and producer Backxwash, from face-paint gesturing to Zambian communal ceremonies to tense riffs summoning extreme metal signifiers.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for summoning
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San Diego State knew other programs would come calling for its top players following a 9-4 season that represented one of the biggest turnarounds in college football.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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The posts accused the teen and three of his football teammates of calling Smith’s son, who is Black, racial slurs, shooting him with BB guns and forcing him to drink their urine during a sleepover at Vann’s house.—
Jane Harper,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Where there would once be huge lively crowds gathering in support of Hong Kong’s democracy figures, the mood was subdued and yet at the same time on edge.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Feb. 2026
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As the give-and-take between Goldsworthy and the farmers of Penpont has deepened, the latter have become accustomed to the sight of the artist gathering wood or stones or fallen trees.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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The government in Caracas wants Venezuelans out and about, though the streets are quiet, apart from a few militia members mustering with their motorcycles.—
Mary Triny Mena,
CNN Money,
5 Jan. 2026
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While mustering through those early days may have been a bit of a drag, each one counted as a step forward to Watkins, who approached them with the mental intensity she’s known for on the court.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
4 Dec. 2025
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In her remarks, academy President Lynette Howell Taylor acknowledged the questions many nominees have been asking themselves amid industry contraction, political volatility and global conflict.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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In addition to asking that the subpoena be quashed, Wexner sought a protective order that would have barred plaintiffs from questioning him in the case.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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One of the most significant differences between the version shared on Cadillac’s social media channels and the television advertisement was the inclusion of more behind-the-scenes footage of what goes into assembling the car, from design to assembly.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The city is assembling a new contractor team to ensure cost efficiency and accountability for this important project.—
Kara King,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Feb. 2026
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Gu and Gremaud Battle It Out Athletes are already hailing the Olympic women’s Slopestyle event as the best in history, due in no small part to the duel between Eileen Gu and Mathilde Gremaud.—
Outside,
Outside,
9 Feb. 2026
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Luka Dončić, hailing from the country’s capital, Ljubljana, is one of the best players in the NBA.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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States are in a position to prioritize women’s health by convening the resources and talents of state and local government, America’s research universities, pharmaceutical and tech executives, foundations and community leaders to right this wrong.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Feb. 2026
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My study included convening focus groups with regular D&D players to determine whether their experiences playing the game represented serious leisure, as opposed to casual leisure associated with traditional board games.—
Emily Messina,
The Conversation,
6 Feb. 2026
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And a gleaming smile that is as inviting as her singalongs.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Community-forward developments anchor corridor Fast forward to today, and this practice of inviting community members to the table continues with almost every new development along the corridor.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Summoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/summoning. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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