Summon
Summon verb - To demand or request the presence or service of.
Usage example: without explanation, the managing editor summoned me to his office
Subpoena is a synonym for summon in serve with a summons topic. In some cases you can use "Subpoena" instead a verb "Summon", when it comes to topics like call to a place.
Subpoena
Subpoena verb - Serve or summon with a subpoena.
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Synonyms for Subpoena
Summon is a synonym for subpoena in issue a writ topic. You can use "Summon" instead a verb "Subpoena".
Nearby Words: subpoenaed, subpoenaing
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