as in eliciting
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 evoking
It is celebrated with a ceremonious parade that features a cavalcade of men dressed in Roman soldier costumes, evoking a sense of solemn thanksgiving and spiritual devotion.
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Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Their advertising and website are dotted with images evoking speed, such as black-and-white checkered flags and sparks flying from chair wheels.
—Trista Kurniawan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
The mantra presents the image of a ripe cucumber becoming untethered from its vine, evoking a deep desire for liberation from the physical world—a strong yearning for an unbounded, eternal, and therefore immortal condition.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
The score also features a lot of steel drums, useful in evoking the Hail Mary spaceship itself.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 25 Mar. 2026
Peter’s explanation for why Picture Show is so capable of evoking emotions is that so much emotion went into it.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Ortiz sneaks field recordings and samples into these songs, too—each adding texture to the universe of her songs and evoking the wider world that exists just outside the frame of her narration.
—Marissa Lorusso, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026
But the Vegitalian renders all of those arguments entirely moot, by evoking all the best parts of a meat-laden sandwich meatlessly.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
The actress struck several swanky poses on the red carpet, evoking old Hollywood glamour.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
Their advertising and website are dotted with images evoking speed, such as black-and-white checkered flags and sparks flying from chair wheels.
—Trista Kurniawan, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
The mantra presents the image of a ripe cucumber becoming untethered from its vine, evoking a deep desire for liberation from the physical world—a strong yearning for an unbounded, eternal, and therefore immortal condition.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
The score also features a lot of steel drums, useful in evoking the Hail Mary spaceship itself.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 25 Mar. 2026
Peter’s explanation for why Picture Show is so capable of evoking emotions is that so much emotion went into it.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Ortiz sneaks field recordings and samples into these songs, too—each adding texture to the universe of her songs and evoking the wider world that exists just outside the frame of her narration.
—Marissa Lorusso, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026
But the Vegitalian renders all of those arguments entirely moot, by evoking all the best parts of a meat-laden sandwich meatlessly.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2026
The actress struck several swanky poses on the red carpet, evoking old Hollywood glamour.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evoking
Verb
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Magliano said as the segment kicked off, eliciting laughter from the live audience.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
21 Mar. 2026
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Trump also jokingly compared the US’ surprise strikes on Iran to Japan’s 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, eliciting an awkward reaction from Takaichi.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Snow has been melting quickly, inspiring many ski resorts to close early.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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Between the easy access, glorious lake views, and awe-inspiring light shows, this is a must-visit place to start or end the day.—
Brian Higgins,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Evoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evoking. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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