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as in to survey
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
solicited several opinions about which job he should accept
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as in to seek
to make a request for
always ready to solicit donations for a charity
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as in to ask
to make a request of
solicited him to join the team
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as in to beg
to make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner
solicit the President for relief funds
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as in to tempt
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage
how many men have been solicited into purchasing bogus aids for "male enhancement" by shameless appeals to their vanity?
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Recent Examples of solicit
In 2008, Epstein pleaded guilty in Florida to state charges of soliciting prostitution in exchange for having a federal case against him dropped.
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Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
During the interrogation, both Clintons denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes prior to his pleading guilty in 2008 to state charges in Florida for soliciting prostitution from an underage girl.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Mar. 2026
Another investor claimed Clifton solicited $190,000 for a project in the Argentine neighborhood of Kansas City, Kansas, which never progressed.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
The interest group’s website makes clear that credit for the contribution goes to both the donor and AIPAC itself, thereby strengthening its ties with key officials by soliciting donations for them.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
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Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
During the interrogation, both Clintons denied any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes prior to his pleading guilty in 2008 to state charges in Florida for soliciting prostitution from an underage girl.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Mar. 2026
Another investor claimed Clifton solicited $190,000 for a project in the Argentine neighborhood of Kansas City, Kansas, which never progressed.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
The interest group’s website makes clear that credit for the contribution goes to both the donor and AIPAC itself, thereby strengthening its ties with key officials by soliciting donations for them.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solicit
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About 36% of the principals, who were surveyed from May to August, said students from immigrant families had been bullied, and 64% said their attendance had dropped.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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From the host stand, where there’s also a complimentary coat-check, diners can survey the bar and open kitchen.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Over the course of decades, the Nationalists clashed with the Communist Party led by future dictator Mao Zedong, the Japanese Empire (which controlled the formerly Chinese island of Taiwan), and various warlords seeking to carve out their own kingdoms amid the chaos.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Associated Press left phone and email messages seeking comment from Vlachos.—
JULIE CARR SMYTH THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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Those employees, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to fear of retribution, described being asked a wide range of questions about government contracts and campaign donations.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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Medvedev, already up one set, asked chair umpire Aurelie Tourte for a video review.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The main street that intercepts the end of my block is tree-lined and buzzing, with generous sidewalks, gleaming (and respected) crosswalks, and wide windowscapes just begging to be strolled and observed.—
Claire Salinda,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Mayor Brandon Johnson surely is looking from afar with envy, having begged Springfield for three years with no success to pass such taxes.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Some in the West will be tempted to see this as the generals’ chickens coming home to roost.—
Mihir Sharma,
Twin Cities,
8 Mar. 2026
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Caregivers may be tempted to let kids win or even cheat to avoid meltdowns and tantrums.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
8 Mar. 2026
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The new season sees Reid's Lestat de Lioncourt living the rockstar life, as vampires have been outed by author Daniel Molloy (Eric Bobosian) in his book that interviews Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson).—
Debbie Day,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Oscars producers also teamed with the Academy to interview on camera all of the nominees ahead of the telecast, hoping to center their personal backstories during the show to enhance audience investment.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Democrats also requested that both DOJ and Treasury preserve records related to the transaction.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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If an airline cancels a flight or a connection becomes impossible, passengers are typically entitled to rebook or request refunds, depending on the airline’s policies.—
Hana Al-Khodairi,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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Padma was about bringing these kinds of conversations together in a nourishing space — like over a beautiful meal — to invite care and participation.—
Claire Salinda,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Inside, crackling fires create inviting places to sip a bourbon cocktail.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Solicit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solicit. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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