Example Sentences

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But Epstein appeared none too pleased that Krauss had invoked him and his connections.

From Salon • Feb. 6, 2026

Late Sunday, the Dutch government said it had invoked a Cold War-era law to effectively take control of the company, citing concerns about mismanagement.

From Barron's • Oct. 14, 2025

His failure to engage with the House committee was essentially a misunderstanding, they contended, adding that Mr. Navarro had genuinely believed that Mr. Trump had invoked executive privilege.

From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2024

Ye had invoked her right to not speak with detectives, and the investigator could not meet with medics who responded to the scene until the following week.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2023

That he had invoked his father’s nom de guerre surprised him.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy