as in to elicit
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
the gift of a puppy finally educed a response from the shy boy
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In response, the Fed raised or lowered interest rates to increase or decrease liquidity, eliciting both cheers and jeers from political and economic opinion makers.
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Over more than 1,000 conversations with a collection of donors, the AI model Claude was nearly three times as effective at eliciting donations for Save the Children as a group of professional fundraisers who had worked on campaigns for the humanitarian group.
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All rooms have been recently renovated and celebrate the surrounding Canadian landscape, while furniture and patterns evoke the energizing colors and textures found in nature.
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The decision to use collars comes from the federations, Nike said, with France leaning into its history as a fashion capital and Uruguay looking to evoke a more classic football look.
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Flip-flops inspired by Jennifer Lawrence and Jennifer Lopez are ideal for beach days and casual outings, while double-buckle sandals work for vacations, brunches, and everyday errands.
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Organizers encourage people across the region to attend, connect with local and national authors and celebrate the stories that continue to educate, inspire and leave a lasting impact.
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“Educe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educe. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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