beckoned
Example Sentences
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Over time, he and his apostles took on various ideologies, dropping them for new ones as times changed and power beckoned.
From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026
The all-caps ad beckoned Tipton with an oft-used refrain directed at protagonist Carol Sturka: “We’re Sorry We Upset You, Carol.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 23, 2026
Despite the problems Alcaraz continued winning points and holding serve in set four as his movement improved, and another tiebreak beckoned with the third seed again coming out on top.
From Barron's ● Jan. 30, 2026
The hot springs beckoned only 3½ miles away.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 28, 2025
Walking calmly over to the gatehouse wall, he beckoned silently to Constance.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
