summon up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To look within oneself to find and put into action a particular positive quality, such as strength, energy or courage.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
tìm kiếm trong bản thân và đưa vào hành động một đặc điểm tích cực
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I summoned up all my remaining willpower.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “summon up” mean?
To look within oneself to find and put into action a particular positive quality, such as strength, energy or courage.
Is “summon up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.