1
as in to survey
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
solicited several opinions about which job he should accept
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2
as in to seek
to make a request for
always ready to solicit donations for a charity
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as in to ask
to make a request of
solicited him to join the team
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4
as in to beg
to make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner
solicit the President for relief funds
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as in to tempt
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage
how many men have been solicited into purchasing bogus aids for "male enhancement" by shameless appeals to their vanity?
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Recent Examples of solicit
The Trump administration has been soliciting ideas for ways to entice Americans to have more children.
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Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2025
For the first time, Monday's egg roll solicited corporate sponsors.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
The officials wanted to break up the contract into three parts to solicit new bids, the people said.
—Paul Mozur, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Jones, 46, whose father, Emil Jones Jr., led the state Senate for years before orchestrating to have his son replace him in 2009, is charged with bribery, use of an interstate facility to solicit bribery and lying to federal agents.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
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Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2025
For the first time, Monday's egg roll solicited corporate sponsors.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 22 Apr. 2025
The officials wanted to break up the contract into three parts to solicit new bids, the people said.
—Paul Mozur, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Jones, 46, whose father, Emil Jones Jr., led the state Senate for years before orchestrating to have his son replace him in 2009, is charged with bribery, use of an interstate facility to solicit bribery and lying to federal agents.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solicit
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But of the nearly 20 candidates surveyed in the Data For Progress survey, Smith had the lowest net favorability of all figures tested with a negative 3% rating.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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The Infrared Astronomy Satellite, IRAS, launched in 1983 and surveyed the universe for almost a year before being decommissioned.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
1 May 2025
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Today’s digital nomads are seeking remote work destinations that offer reliable Wi-Fi, inspiring workspaces, and even enriching learning environments for their children.—
Cassidy Randall,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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According to authorities, the group sought to radicalize and recruit teens to carry out attacks using Molotov cocktails and improvised explosives.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
4 May 2025
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Trains to and from the airport were also halted and police asked the public to refrain from arriving in the area.—
Tamar Michaelis,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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One scientist asks the other one, what goes in that gap?—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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That’s a lot of unspent money and begs the question: Is more tax needed from an industry that’s shrinking, not growing?—
Andrew DeAngelo,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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When others on board pointed to Murphy’s father, her mother knelt on the deck, cradling Murphy in her arms, and begged them not to harm her husband.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2025
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Having the same player do both not only risks efficiency at each craft, but also tempts mayhem.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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There is a real risk that philanthropists will be tempted to continue to cut back on their investments and grant making.—
First Place for Youth,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Highlights include interviewing the CEO of Hermès, Robert Chavez on the Maison’s new flagship for Forbes.com, Valentino on his major retrospective for CR Fashion Book, and Isabel Marant for MUSE’s fashion issue.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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Dubas wants to interview candidates from different coaching backgrounds.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Walt Ekard Endowed Scholarship at SDSU’s School of Public Affairs to help students pursuing public service.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2025
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The court is also deciding whether parents with religious objections can request that their children be excused from class when books with LGBTQ+ characters are being used.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Broadway's biggest night is nigh, but a number of Hollywood heavyweights weren't invited to the party.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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This dreamy alignment invites you to explore new beliefs or cultures, sparking curiosity about the world beyond your immediate surroundings.—
Staff Author,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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“Solicit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solicit. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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