beckoned; beckoning
1
: to summon or signal typically with a wave or nod
My master beckons.
He … beckoned to the other generals to come and stand where he stood.—
H. E. Scudder
H. E. Scudder2
: to appear inviting : attract
the frontier beckons
: to beckon to
beckoned us over to their table
beckon
noun
Examples of beckon in a Sentence
She was beckoning them in to shore.
She beckoned the waiter to come over.
She beckoned to the waiter to come over.
From the time he was a child, the wilderness beckoned to him.
The nature preserve beckons bird-watchers, who visit from around the world.
Recent Examples on the Web
With its translucent waters, myriad islands, and historic ports, the Dalmatian Coast beckons yacht enthusiasts seeking serene family holidays or vibrant adventures with friends.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 8 May 2024
Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Services As warmer weather beckons people outdoors, interest in outdoor fitness activities, yoga classes, wellness retreats, and personal training sessions peaks.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 8 May 2024
Other cities on the list like Ouray, Colorado; Quincy, Washington; and Eugene, Oregon, are beckoning visitors to bask in the beauty of the great outdoors with major attractions around town.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 6 May 2024
Motels began opening by the thousands, beckoning to travelers making their way along Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles and catering to vacationers up and down the U.S. eastern seaboard.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2024
Fluffy white beds beckon beneath prints of his famous 17th-century paintings, many of which hang in museums that are just a few minutes’ walk away.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024
Later, if an athlete had promise and interest, a high school team might beckon.
—Adam Minter, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2024
It’s framed as a gathering around a campfire, being intoxicated by the heat … a campfire beckons storytelling.
—Juan A. Ramírez, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2024
For those seeking a refreshing libation, the beer garden beckons with ice-cold brews and craft cocktails to quench your thirst.
—Branded Content Contributor, Orange County Register, 11 Apr. 2024
Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 8 May 2024
Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Services As warmer weather beckons people outdoors, interest in outdoor fitness activities, yoga classes, wellness retreats, and personal training sessions peaks.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 8 May 2024
Other cities on the list like Ouray, Colorado; Quincy, Washington; and Eugene, Oregon, are beckoning visitors to bask in the beauty of the great outdoors with major attractions around town.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 6 May 2024
Motels began opening by the thousands, beckoning to travelers making their way along Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles and catering to vacationers up and down the U.S. eastern seaboard.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2024
Fluffy white beds beckon beneath prints of his famous 17th-century paintings, many of which hang in museums that are just a few minutes’ walk away.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024
Later, if an athlete had promise and interest, a high school team might beckon.
—Adam Minter, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2024
It’s framed as a gathering around a campfire, being intoxicated by the heat … a campfire beckons storytelling.
—Juan A. Ramírez, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2024
For those seeking a refreshing libation, the beer garden beckons with ice-cold brews and craft cocktails to quench your thirst.
—Branded Content Contributor, Orange County Register, 11 Apr. 2024
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“Beckon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beckon. Accessed 14 May. 2024.
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beckon
verb
beck·on
ˈbek-ən 
beckoned; beckoning
ˈbek- (ə-)niŋ
1
: to call or signal to a person usually by a wave or nod
they beckoned us to come over
2
: to appear inviting
new adventures were beckoning
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