as in creating
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
we should be prepared for the possibility that any solution may invoke another set of problems
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Recent Examples of invoking
By invoking it, the administration effectively signals that dependence on rival nations for critical minerals poses a national security risk.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2025
One case involves invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan gang members without hearings, while the other uses the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 to detain pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, whom the administration deems a national security threat.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Over the weekend, the administration issued an order invoking the Alien Enemies Act, a law dating back to 1798.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
At issue is whether the government, invoking wartime powers at a moment when the country is not at war, can, on authorities’ bare assertion, with no judicial review, take individuals who have been convicted of no crime and deport them to serve hard time in the prisons of another country.
—Ruth Marcus, The New Yorker, 18 Mar. 2025
Advocates fear that invoking the act would also open the door for targeting and deportations of other individuals regardless of their status or criminal records.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 15 Mar. 2025
The Texas Democrat pushed back on the notion, invoking cuts to social programs like Medicaid.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 7 Mar. 2025
Minutes later, deep into a different question on another topic, Gaga backtracks with a laugh, invoking one of the most famous lyrics of her career.
—EW.com, 7 Mar. 2025
On the one hand, invoking any CoT usually takes more processing cycles and costs more.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2025
One case involves invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan gang members without hearings, while the other uses the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 to detain pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, whom the administration deems a national security threat.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Over the weekend, the administration issued an order invoking the Alien Enemies Act, a law dating back to 1798.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
At issue is whether the government, invoking wartime powers at a moment when the country is not at war, can, on authorities’ bare assertion, with no judicial review, take individuals who have been convicted of no crime and deport them to serve hard time in the prisons of another country.
—Ruth Marcus, The New Yorker, 18 Mar. 2025
Advocates fear that invoking the act would also open the door for targeting and deportations of other individuals regardless of their status or criminal records.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 15 Mar. 2025
The Texas Democrat pushed back on the notion, invoking cuts to social programs like Medicaid.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 7 Mar. 2025
Minutes later, deep into a different question on another topic, Gaga backtracks with a laugh, invoking one of the most famous lyrics of her career.
—EW.com, 7 Mar. 2025
On the one hand, invoking any CoT usually takes more processing cycles and costs more.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invoking
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His retirement saw the end of an era, creating a vacuum in a sport closely tethered to his name and achievements.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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While speaking independently, James and Josh concurred that AI, electronic trading platforms, and algorithmic trading is creating a technological arms race.—
Barnet Sherman,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Real intimacy lies in bringing your beautifully flawed self into the experience.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Adam Digby is the Juventus correspondent for Forbes and is Serie A writer, bringing you the biggest and best stories that Italian football has to offer.—
Adam Digby,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The immediate process of the transformation of the US into a singular, potential revisionist power, is generating enormous volatility.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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According to city figures, the arena draws more than 1 million guests per year to 230-plus events, generating more than 450,000 hotel nights.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2025
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The user manual will provide this information, as well as guidance on how to open the fan, if doing so is permissible.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2025
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Authorities initially said a 4-year-old girl doing laundry with her mother and a 30-year-old man died.—
Compiled by Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports,
arkansasonline.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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While she's become a pop culture phenomenon, spawning numerous parodies from Saturday Night Live, Ariana Grande and TikTok users online, Nara finds her own inspiration closer to home.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
27 Dec. 2024
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That film was a box office hit, earning $136 million at the global box office and spawning four sequels.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
20 Dec. 2024
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That dedication to producing top-caliber boats will be critical as Chris-Craft distinguishes itself in the wake-surf market, which is mostly driven by quality.—
Jaclyn Trop,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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In some cases, the male may effectively become an attached sperm-producing organ.—
Danielle Hall,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Invoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invoking. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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