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invoke

/ɪnˈvoʊk/

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1 · verb

to refer to a rule or authority in support of an action

援引；诉诸

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The lawyer chose to invoke a clause that protects the tenant.
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律师决定援引保护租户的一项条款。
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Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvoʊk/

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