as in evoking
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
the role elicited the actress's flair for comedy that previous directors had overlooked
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Recent Examples of eliciting
The chicken jockey is already a fan favorite from the movie, with its appearance eliciting whoops and hollers from audiences.
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Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Schumer asked, eliciting applause among those in the chamber.
—Sudiksha Kochi, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2025
His suggestion is eliciting divergent reactions among Democrats and liberals.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2025
Many of these reporters, journalists at more mainstream outlets say, are eager to create a soundbite or video clip of themselves posing a question to the commander in chief and eliciting a response or promise to act.
—Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 29 Mar. 2025
Flagg is considered a slam dunk to the be first pick in this summer’s NBA Draft, eliciting levels of excitement that rival what Zion Williamson and Victor Wembanyama generated before him.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2025
Under federal law, changing regulations involves a multi-step process that includes proposing a new rule, eliciting and evaluating feedback and then rolling out a policy.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
Responsible for work eliciting, analyzing, identifying and validating the business needs of departmental operations, procedures, policies, work methods and organizational structures.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2025
He's taken viewers to the frontlines of every major story and sat down with world leaders, skillfully eliciting answers on consequential issues.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Schumer asked, eliciting applause among those in the chamber.
—Sudiksha Kochi, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2025
His suggestion is eliciting divergent reactions among Democrats and liberals.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2025
Many of these reporters, journalists at more mainstream outlets say, are eager to create a soundbite or video clip of themselves posing a question to the commander in chief and eliciting a response or promise to act.
—Dominick Mastrangelo, The Hill, 29 Mar. 2025
Flagg is considered a slam dunk to the be first pick in this summer’s NBA Draft, eliciting levels of excitement that rival what Zion Williamson and Victor Wembanyama generated before him.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2025
Under federal law, changing regulations involves a multi-step process that includes proposing a new rule, eliciting and evaluating feedback and then rolling out a policy.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
Responsible for work eliciting, analyzing, identifying and validating the business needs of departmental operations, procedures, policies, work methods and organizational structures.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2025
He's taken viewers to the frontlines of every major story and sat down with world leaders, skillfully eliciting answers on consequential issues.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eliciting
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Some argue that Kibbe was never meant to be a modern stylist, that his system was about evoking a particular kind of Old Hollywood glamour, never about following contemporary fashion trends.—
Rachel Hills,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
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Resinous notes of amber and musk dry down to a fragrance reminiscent of a creamy powder, evoking a sense of nostalgia.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
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The Argentine manager is celebrated for creating and inspiring strong groups at Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur.—
Paul Tenorio,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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This provides visibility and recognition for women’s contributions while showcasing their achievements and inspiring others.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Eliciting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eliciting. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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