call forth

The phrase "call forth" is commonly used to describe the act of evoking or summoning something into action or existence.

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Definition

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(common)To evoke or elicit a response, feeling, or reaction.

Example

  • The speech was designed to call forth a sense of unity among the audience.

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(common)To summon into action or bring into existence.

Example

  • The emergency situation called forth a swift response from the team.

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(common)To draw out or bring to the surface something hidden or reserved.

Example

  • The challenging circumstances called forth her inner strength.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "call forth":

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