summon (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈsʌmən/
Definition
To officially order someone to be present, or to call upon a spirit or power.
Examples
The manager had to summon the employee to his office to discuss their performance.
The wizard was able to summon ancient spirits to help him in battle.
The court summoned the witness to testify in the trial.
How to Use summon
- summon someone to a place (prepositional phrase)
- To officially order a person to come to a specific location. — "The police summoned the suspect to the station for questioning."
- summon a spirit/power (collocation)
- To call upon a supernatural entity or force. — "The sorcerer attempted to summon a demon from the underworld."
- summon courage/strength (collocation)
- To find and use inner resolve or bravery. — "She had to summon all her courage to face the difficult news."
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