- present tense form of evoke (3rd person singular).
evokes
Example Sentences
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The propulsive groove on “Another Life” evokes a thudding drum break pulled from a dusty groove pressed in the early ’70s, as Ms. Howard sings forcefully, moving between a curling falsetto and a feral howl.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
The "deep, solemn" green colour "precisely evokes that period of the liturgical year dedicated to hope and to the safeguarding of creation", he explained.
From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026
At its center is a compact red source that closely resembles a little red dot and even evokes the ruby red fruit of the desert cactus.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 17, 2026
The play, directed by Echo Theater Company founding artistic director Chris Fields, evokes a modern-day version of Arthur Schnitzler‘s “La Ronde,” only with fewer characters and more tech.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
The sewing kit wrapped in cheesecloth evokes the Byrnes’ grim home.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
