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Conjure up

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Emotional TriggerPlay
Use 'conjure up' to describe strong emotional reactions triggered by something like a scent or sound. SlideThe song on the radio conjured up feelings of nostalgia for the summers of her youth.
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Powerful ImageryPlay
'Conjure up' can express the ability of words or stories to create vivid images in the mind. SlideThe author's words conjured up a hauntingly beautiful landscape in my imagination.
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Memory ConnectionPlay
When a current experience connects to a memory, use 'conjure up' to describe that link. SlideThe taste of fresh apple pie conjured up memories of baking with my grandmother.