conjure (up)

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as in to summon
to call into being through the use of one's inner resources or powers managed to conjure up the courage to ask the boss for a raise

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for conjure (up)
Verb
  • The two imagined the estate as a members-only club, attracting international jet-setters, diplomats, and cultural tastemakers seeking an alternative to resort tourism.
    Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
  • Graydon imagined the party as a marketing coup for the magazine and a way to repair strained relationships on the West Coast.
    Michael Grynbaum, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2025
Verb
  • Invoking Pettis Norman’s name might summon recollections of Jimmie Lee Kirkpatrick, who transferred from Second Ward High School to Myers Park to break the city’s color line and whose football prowess later led to the desegregation of the Shrine Bowl.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
  • Justin summoned them back to talk more, keeping up the bit as the girls solemnly advised him not to get so upset.
    Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • Her dad keeps her close on game day The Yankees slugger has been seen wearing a dazzling custom pendant in the shape of a gavel, a nod to his All Rise Foundation and his commanding presence at the plate.
    Nasha Smith, People.com, 8 July 2025
  • The water line can be seen nearly reaching the doorway.
    Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • In New York, Tyler, the Creator gathered with a group of young artists for a raw, roundtable discussion about the highs and lows of life in the creative lane.
    Bryanna Symone, Essence, 10 July 2025
  • The ring itself is sleek, lightweight, and powered by internal sensors that seamlessly gather data from your finger throughout the day and night.
    Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
Verb
  • By stepping back, leaders can envision what success might look like six months or even a year from now and identify the steps necessary to achieve that vision.
    Karyn Gallant, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
  • ADUs continue to spark council debate However, Housing Element envisions more extra housing units, known as accessory dwelling units, on single-family home sites.
    Tom Daykin, jsonline.com, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • Letting a team member go, especially someone who has worked hard and taken a professional risk in helping your startup get up and running, is one of the hardest decisions a CEO or founder faces.
    Ahzam Afzal, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • While the channel is getting up and running, collaborators work for low pay or simply for the fun of it and to gain experience.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
Verb
  • The Arsenal manager mentioned the midfielder could go on the three-match tour to the Far East, and he has been pictured training with the first team this week.
    Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 11 July 2025
  • President Donald Trump, right, with then-Congressman Sean Duffy, are pictured in the Cabinet Room of the White House on January 24, 2019.
    Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
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“Conjure (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conjure%20%28up%29. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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