as in elicits
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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Having Martinez back at Citi Field this week elicits memories of that season, manager Carlos Mendoza said.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026 -
Alice - Meaning noble, Alice also elicits feelings of magic and whimsy thanks—in part—to Alice In Wonderland.—
Holly Garcia,
Parents,
6 Apr. 2026
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The lodge evokes the spirit of yesteryear while offering all-inclusive dude ranch vacations that include horseback riding, water sports, and homemade meals.—
Julie Bielenberg,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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The twang of country music may be the sound that most evokes the feeling that the spring season has finally arrived.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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Perreault’s emergence inspires hope that the Rangers have at least one young forward to build their top six around.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Educes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educes. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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