as in elicited
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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Though the White House has gone through many renovations over the years, the ballroom project has elicited concerns from architectural societies.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025 -
Vincho also elicited fantastic performances from her entire cast, complemented by stunning cinematography throughout.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Oct. 2025
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What once evoked bingo afternoons and hard candies has now become an object of desire for those who want that classic, quiet-luxury vibe.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
25 Oct. 2025
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The emotions evoked by the dream can be very telling.—
Stacey Colino,
Time,
21 Oct. 2025
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Below, shop pieces inspired by Napier’s seasonal recommendations from Amazon, Wayfair, Walmart, and more.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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The color palette was inspired by the season’s depth, per the brand’s description, gravitating toward designs and silhouettes that merged modernity and timelessness.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Educed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educed. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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