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
But the composer also makes great use of the saxophone, which playfully dances through melodies that transport the viewer back to the swinging '60s and evokes the spirit of Henry Mancini.
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Alex Galbraith, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Feb. 2026
Foldberg leaned into the body horror, with a transformation that evokes comparisons with Italian giallo films.
—Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Cyklar Roll-On Perfume Oil Made from a blend of cardamom, amber, cashmere wood, and vanilla, this luxurious perfume oil evokes a cozy, irresistible feel that’s perfect for winter as well as year-round wear.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The sight of clothes and linens drying on a clothesline evokes many wonderful memories for me.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
Watching Bad Bunny evade punches from Puerto Rican boxer Xander Zayas and Mexican boxer Emiliano Vargas evokes the pride our families feel in our living rooms, watching our people represent us in sport.
—Raquel Reichard, Refinery29, 9 Feb. 2026
Such language evokes the concierge treatments enjoyed by the rich.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
Arquiste’s best-selling Nanban, for instance, conjures the aroma of a 17th-century galleon laden with coffee, leather, and saffron, while L’Or de Louis evokes the atmosphere of an orangerie at Versailles.
—April Long, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Beyond poetry, this night evokes the Black tradition of oral history – passing down lessons, narratives and lived experiences through spoken word.
—Anya Sesay, jsonline.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Alex Galbraith, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Feb. 2026
Foldberg leaned into the body horror, with a transformation that evokes comparisons with Italian giallo films.
—Simon Thompson, HollywoodReporter, 11 Feb. 2026
Cyklar Roll-On Perfume Oil Made from a blend of cardamom, amber, cashmere wood, and vanilla, this luxurious perfume oil evokes a cozy, irresistible feel that’s perfect for winter as well as year-round wear.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The sight of clothes and linens drying on a clothesline evokes many wonderful memories for me.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026
Watching Bad Bunny evade punches from Puerto Rican boxer Xander Zayas and Mexican boxer Emiliano Vargas evokes the pride our families feel in our living rooms, watching our people represent us in sport.
—Raquel Reichard, Refinery29, 9 Feb. 2026
Such language evokes the concierge treatments enjoyed by the rich.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
Arquiste’s best-selling Nanban, for instance, conjures the aroma of a 17th-century galleon laden with coffee, leather, and saffron, while L’Or de Louis evokes the atmosphere of an orangerie at Versailles.
—April Long, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Beyond poetry, this night evokes the Black tradition of oral history – passing down lessons, narratives and lived experiences through spoken word.
—Anya Sesay, jsonline.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evokes
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The viewer might wonder if the scene of Anna interacting with neighbor James (Shane Harper) and his drinking buddies, who are hanging out on lawn chairs in the drive, elicits more anxiety for her safety than the director intended.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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The president says banks should cap credit card interest at 10% for a year — an idea that elicits some applause from borrowers and a lot of consternation from finance companies.—
Joel Mathis,
TheWeek,
14 Jan. 2026
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Through his eloquence and relentless drive, Jackson didn’t just keep hope alive for himself; his dream of a vibrant, multiracial America still inspires millions of Americans today.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Hilke Schellmann,
Scientific American,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Evokes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evokes. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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