This is the 15629th most frequent Russian word.
призывал
"Призывал" means "urged" or "called upon."
Here, 'призывал' is used in a literal sense meaning to 'urge' or 'encourage', indicating a suggestion or encouragement from the teacher to the students.
Учитель призывал учеников задавать вопросы.
The teacher urged the students to ask questions.
In this context, 'призывал' implies urging or motivating, where the leader is motivating the team to focus intensely on the project.
Руководитель призывал команду работать над проектом с максимальной отдачей.
The leader urged the team to work on the project with maximum dedication.
Here, 'призывал' is used to mean 'calling for' or 'advocating', showing a plea or wish expressed by the speaker towards the audience.