elicits

present tense third-person singular of elicit

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of elicits The mere mention of Zohran Mamdani elicits big applause from the crowd. Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Oct. 2025 But what drives this show and elicits more than a few tears is the relationship between Demeter (Mamie Parris) and Persephone (Analise Scarpaci). David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Sep. 2025 However, research shows that deep belly breathing stimulates the vagus nerve, which elicits the body’s relaxation response. Juli Fraga, Time, 23 Sep. 2025 For some partners, this elicits fear and uncertainty, triggering defensive responses aimed at restoring the familiar equilibrium. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025 Every bite elicits wonder, provoking a quiet moment of gratitude for this lush, miraculous habitat. The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025 While people have different definitions for luxury, the word typically elicits extravagance, grandeur, and exclusivity. Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025 Located at the intersection of Washington Street and Summer Street while servicing the Red and Orange Lines – Downtown Crossing elicits strong opinions from Bostonians. Isabelle Friedman, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025 As listeners enjoy a cross section of very different Americas, Flagg elicits laughs with her humorous observations of the human condition and her wry delivery. Audiofile Magazine august 29, Literary Hub, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elicits
Verb
  • Each frame evokes the gauzy coziness and charm of peak-era '80s horror films such as Silver Bullet (1985), with its wilder elements anchored by a murderers' row of accomplished performers.
    Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
  • The design evokes an ink pen sketch, and the natural patina only underscores the old-timey aesthetic.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • That type of mindset commands respect and inspires confidence inside Seattle’s locker room, particularly when paired with a willingness to battle in the trenches.
    Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
  • SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
    Eve Lu, Scientific American, 8 Oct. 2025

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“Elicits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elicits. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.

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