harken
Americanverb (used with or without object)
verb
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“But I would harken back to something that David Ellison said recently, which was content investment was mission critical to the future of this company.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2026
At well over three hours long, the shows harken back to the days when big-budget Hollywood films trusted that audiences could sit still for more than 110 minutes.
From Salon ● Oct. 13, 2023
Along the way, they learn the language, rites, and beliefs of the “craft,” engaging in rituals that harken to Biblical beliefs .
From National Geographic ● Sep. 19, 2023
Renovations and renaming harken back to Binion’s Horseshoe, a hotel and gambling hall in downtown’s “Glitter Gulch” where the World Series of Poker began.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 24, 2023
Ye compelled me ter harken ter ye," he said, "but I hain't got no answer ready fer ye yit.
From The Roof Tree by Conrey, Lee F.
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