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as in invite
a request for the presence or participation of someone at a specified time and place
She called to ask if we had received her wedding invitation.
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as in encouragement
something that arouses action or activity
He took the layoff as an invitation to embark on a new career path.
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Recent Examples of invitation
After accepting an invitation to the Senior Bowl, Zabel was voted the overall practice player of the week.
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Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Following the Eagles’ Superbowl win in 2018, players boycotted the White House appearance due to a national anthem dispute, resulting in Trump rescinding the invitation at the time.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2025
The State Bar of Texas has rescinded an invitation to NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson in light of a lawsuit brought against the Trump administration by the civil rights organization.
—Cheyanne M. Daniels, The Hill, 24 Apr. 2025
Various environmental groups have filed Freedom of Information Act requests for all records related to EPA’s website and Zeldin’s invitation to apply for exemptions.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
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Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Following the Eagles’ Superbowl win in 2018, players boycotted the White House appearance due to a national anthem dispute, resulting in Trump rescinding the invitation at the time.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2025
The State Bar of Texas has rescinded an invitation to NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson in light of a lawsuit brought against the Trump administration by the civil rights organization.
—Cheyanne M. Daniels, The Hill, 24 Apr. 2025
Various environmental groups have filed Freedom of Information Act requests for all records related to EPA’s website and Zeldin’s invitation to apply for exemptions.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for invitation
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In January, Ondo donated $1 million to Mr. Trump’s inauguration, securing an invite to a candlelight dinner at the National Building Museum in Washington, where the guest list included several of Mr. Trump’s cabinet nominees.—
Eric Lipton,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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North Carolina defensive lineman Kevin Hester Jr., who is 6-4 and 310 pounds, got an invite to rookie camp, per Wilson.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2025
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His 56 percent share of on-ice shot attempts offers encouragement, but Lowry needs to find a better way to help. 4.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Howard — a former pro wrestler with his own extensive résumé — has been instrumental in Stark’s journey, offering encouragement and guidance both inside and outside the ring.—
Nasha Smith,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Trump administration is also working to undo incentives around clean energy, particularly the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.—
Umair Irfan,
Wired News,
26 Apr. 2025
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In addition to reversing its open-door policy, Starbucks also announced on Jan. 27 that customers who have their first drink in the lobby can get free refills on hot or iced brewed coffee or tea, a potential incentive for customers to stick around while enjoying their beverage.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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The impetus for his ire had everything to do with Minnesota big man Rudy Gobert, who was being chastised by the fan when Edwards decided to step in and take over the exchange.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Union leaders said the impetus for the strike was a string of 44 labor law violations allegedly committed by the county, including retaliation and contracting out work that’s supposed to be done by union members.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article 3 min Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has showcased his speed on numerous occasions over his young MLB career, but nothing quite like Saturday night against the Cleveland Guardians.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Southern Boiled-Egg Spin on Potato Salad Most Southern cooks might have a few different potato salads in rotation—depending on the season, the occasion, or who will be joining the meal.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Invitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invitation. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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