convoke
verb (used with object)
to call together; summon to meet or assemble.
convoked
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past participleof convoke.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof convoke.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
convokeverb (used with object)to call together; summon to meet or assemble.
Example Sentences
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Francis convoked an extraordinary general chapter for Jan. 25 to begin the process of electing a new Grand Master.
From Reuters ● Sep. 3, 2022
The pope convoked all Chilean bishops to Rome for days of intense meetings, at the conclusion of which all 34 offered their resignation, a first.
From New York Times ● May 21, 2018
“It is very important that an extraordinary Synod has been convoked on the theme of the pastoral of the family,” Vatican spokesperson Fr.
From Time ● Oct. 8, 2013
I have convoked you to this Consistory, not only for the three canonizations, but also to communicate to you a decision of great importance for the life of the Church.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 11, 2013
But now, when every condition was satisfied, such inexorable rigor was no longer demanded; and, having convoked the chiefs in the sylvan council-house, Bouquet signified his willingness to receive their offers of peace.
From The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada by Francis Parkman
