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as in wooed
to act so as to make (something) more likely
you're just inviting ridicule by making such outrageous claims
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Recent Examples of invited
At the Reynolds Family Winery on September 27, 2025, guests are invited to an evening of exceptional wines, warm hospitality, and a few unforgettable harvest traditions.
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Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
While the couple hasn't confirmed the date of their wedding, the date is seemingly set, as Ed Sheeran and Paris Hilton have revealed that they've already been invited to the big day.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
In February, nine months before the election, she and Bovee were invited to Mar-a-Lago.
—Clare Malone, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
Trump was last invited for a state visit in 2019 during his first term, when he was hosted by Charles’ late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
—Nik Popli, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Leonora was also going to a party that night, though of a different kind from the one James had been invited to.
—Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
What To Know In a video posted on X on September 14, Pratt invited viewers to pray.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
He was invited to Sandy Springs on a press trip and stayed at the Hyatt House Atlanta / Perimeter Center, which USA TODAY toured separately.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
When the Amazon founder recently married Lauren Sánchez, her brother was obviously not invited.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
While the couple hasn't confirmed the date of their wedding, the date is seemingly set, as Ed Sheeran and Paris Hilton have revealed that they've already been invited to the big day.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
In February, nine months before the election, she and Bovee were invited to Mar-a-Lago.
—Clare Malone, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
Trump was last invited for a state visit in 2019 during his first term, when he was hosted by Charles’ late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
—Nik Popli, Time, 15 Sep. 2025
Leonora was also going to a party that night, though of a different kind from the one James had been invited to.
—Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025
What To Know In a video posted on X on September 14, Pratt invited viewers to pray.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
He was invited to Sandy Springs on a press trip and stayed at the Hyatt House Atlanta / Perimeter Center, which USA TODAY toured separately.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
When the Amazon founder recently married Lauren Sánchez, her brother was obviously not invited.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invited
Verb
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The agency released four photos and asked the public to report tips on the FBI website.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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He was asked if his injury has been limiting him.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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Kalluk had wooed Chinook over the years, but their match did not produce any cubs.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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The octogenarian Spanish artist had been wooed by architects of the Civic Center (now named for Daley) to create a focal point for its plaza.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Those requests often sought troops under Title 32 because federal money, not state funds, would pay for the troops and equipment needed.—
Alex Horton,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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Trump isn’t the first president who’s sought to bolster technical education and fill gaps in the labor force.—
Liam Knox,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Invited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invited. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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