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as in witchcraft
the power to control natural forces through supernatural means
his attempts at conjuring demonstrated the vanity of human wishes
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as in magic
the art or skill of performing tricks or illusions for entertainment
she's so good at conjuring that she's a much-sought-after entertainer at children's parties
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as in enchanting
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as in begging
to make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner
I conjure you to hear my plea for mercy
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Recent Examples of conjuring
Tim Grierson, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2026
In Pilkington’s conjuring, liberalism was a potent ideology that arose against monarchy and aristocracy and sought to rationalize social and political relationships.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
But for all of the multiplex-friendly fun Wright’s conjuring with this over-the-top spin on dystopian sci-fi blockbusters, the prevailing feeling here is dread.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 11 Nov. 2025
This is the cursed object that shows up at the Smurls, though the actual conjuring mirror – long a mainstay in the Warrens' Occult Museum, alongside the infamous Annabelle – was obtained from a man in New Jersey.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Jack Hamilton, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Line by line, mark by mark, medieval builders figured out how to shape stone and pour light, conjuring complete buildings on parchment before the first rock was hewn.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Apr. 2026
York and the duke of Buckingham catch the duchess in the act of conjuring a spirit.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Their echo reverberates, the force of each choke conjuring a frame in painful contraction.
—Courtney Crowder, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026
The film on occasion calls to mind Alfonso Cuarón’s Roma, which did a similarly convincing job of conjuring up the tones and textures of a life remembered in piecemeal, with both fondness and ache.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
This was the problem with conjuring my mother.
—Douglas Stuart, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026
UConn tossed up brick after brick, missing 11 straight 3-point attempts in the second half until Braylon Mullins sank back-to-back 3s on consecutive possessions, conjuring thoughts of the miracle ending against Duke in the Elite Eight.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
And though things didn’t quite work out for Tran—her proposal to Devin Strader fell apart shortly after the pair were engaged—the picturesque property certainly serves as a prime spot for conjuring up some romance, as well as an ideal backdrop for films and TV shows.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
Sure, the Oscar-winning makeup helps transform the actor into Cheney, but the voice and petulance are all Bale, whose conjuring of this scoundrel ought to trigger PTSD for anyone who survived the Dubya years.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2026
In Pilkington’s conjuring, liberalism was a potent ideology that arose against monarchy and aristocracy and sought to rationalize social and political relationships.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
But for all of the multiplex-friendly fun Wright’s conjuring with this over-the-top spin on dystopian sci-fi blockbusters, the prevailing feeling here is dread.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 11 Nov. 2025
This is the cursed object that shows up at the Smurls, though the actual conjuring mirror – long a mainstay in the Warrens' Occult Museum, alongside the infamous Annabelle – was obtained from a man in New Jersey.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
But in the 1980s, the music’s heyday, the phrase denoted an array of artists and tendencies while also conjuring something more atmospheric.
—Jack Hamilton, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Line by line, mark by mark, medieval builders figured out how to shape stone and pour light, conjuring complete buildings on parchment before the first rock was hewn.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Apr. 2026
York and the duke of Buckingham catch the duchess in the act of conjuring a spirit.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Their echo reverberates, the force of each choke conjuring a frame in painful contraction.
—Courtney Crowder, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2026
The film on occasion calls to mind Alfonso Cuarón’s Roma, which did a similarly convincing job of conjuring up the tones and textures of a life remembered in piecemeal, with both fondness and ache.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
This was the problem with conjuring my mother.
—Douglas Stuart, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2026
UConn tossed up brick after brick, missing 11 straight 3-point attempts in the second half until Braylon Mullins sank back-to-back 3s on consecutive possessions, conjuring thoughts of the miracle ending against Duke in the Elite Eight.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026
And though things didn’t quite work out for Tran—her proposal to Devin Strader fell apart shortly after the pair were engaged—the picturesque property certainly serves as a prime spot for conjuring up some romance, as well as an ideal backdrop for films and TV shows.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conjuring
Noun
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Accused of witchcraft on her wedding day, a privileged young bride (Thatcher) is pursued by a ruthless witch hunter (Alwyn).—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
27 Apr. 2026
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Set in 1645, the story sees a privileged young bride (Thatcher) accused of witchcraft on her wedding day and pursued by a ruthless witch hunter (Alwyn).—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The purest example are the rooftop concerts, a rather improbable attempt to bring a little bit of Beatles-style magic to Chicago’s Clark Street, where The Weiner’s Circle is parked.—
Jimmy Jellinek,
SPIN,
27 Apr. 2026
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The magic of the molcajete, a pre-Hispanic mortar and pestle, is its ability to extract oils in a way the blades of a food processor can’t.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Here, then, are eight of the most surprising and enchanting objects from this year’s showcase that might just inspire your own home design.—
Francesca Perry,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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Dazzling, reckless Caitlin welcomes Vix into the heart of her sprawling, eccentric family, opening doors to a world of unimaginable privilege, sweeping her away to vacations on Martha’s Vineyard, an enchanting place where the two friends become summer sisters.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Rollins stormed off the set, leaving Brandt and the rest of his co-hosts stunned, with the latter begging the former to return and finish his segment.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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The seafarer who spoke to ABC News described a grim scene currently of ships drifting with little direction, and listening on the ship-to-ship communication systems called the VHF line -- accounts of crews growing desperate for basic provisions, and some begging to go home.—
Desiree Adib,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In a feat of sorcery that should have other sandwich makers crying in their beer, the ciabatta roll here is tender and comparatively thin.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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She was found guilty of heresy and sorcery in 1441.—
Gitanjali Roy,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Celia’s throaty voice, relentlessly powerful, created a bewitching contrast with the orchestra’s sparse orchestrations and short piano solos.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
15 Apr. 2026
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Their intrigue intertwines with the bewitching presence of actress Gloria (Greta Lee).—
Rodney Ho,
AJC.com,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Several European nations, including Spain, Italy, and Portugal, are also petitioning the EU to revive a windfall tax system last imposed in 2022 during the early days of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Some Russians this week risked their freedom by petitioning authorities to lift restrictions.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Don’t pass up this fun way to get around this charming town.—
Karon Warren,
AJC.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Mars’ between-song banter, though charming, frequently sounded scripted down to the syllable.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Conjuring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conjuring. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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