beckoned

Example Sentences

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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

It was his first taste of chocolate that beckoned Lai to Hong Kong as a boy.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

Minnesota beckoned, and Darnold hit his stride there.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025

He saw me standing at the window and beckoned me to enter.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu