call upon
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Whatever approach Xi takes, he wouldn’t be able to call upon officers with Zhang’s unique stature as a combat veteran and member of China’s red aristocracy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026
“I call upon all Iranian patriots who yearn for freedom to seize this moment, to be brave, be bold, be heroic, and take back your country,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026
But Brook still has plenty of experience to call upon and, if England's new generation also make their mark, his team could challenge for another title.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
But she can call upon advice from 15-time major winner Tiger Woods, who is in a relationship with her mother Vanessa.
From BBC • Nov. 13, 2025
"In the name of King Robert and the good lords you serve, I call upon you to seize him and help me return him to Winterfell to await the king's justice."
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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