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1
as in interviewed
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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2
as in sought
to make a request for
always ready to solicit donations for a charity
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as in asked
to make a request of
solicited him to join the team
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as in begged
to make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner
solicit the President for relief funds
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as in tempted
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 solicited
Tom Winter, NBC news, 10 June 2026
Tess Riski
june 11, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
The team solicited problems from mathematicians across a great breadth of subject areas.
—Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 10 June 2026
In the wake of 2020’s protests, many museums solicited responses from contemporary artists—particularly artists of color; A250 has spawned no such wave of institutional commissions.
—Greg Allen, ARTnews.com, 7 June 2026
The Senate Ethics Committee also investigated allegations that Packwood solicited jobs from lobbyists for his ex-wife, used his staff to try to threaten the female accusers into keeping quiet and obstructed the investigation by altering his personal diaries.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Byrd says she had been solicited about biographical projects before, but nobody committed to telling her life story from her perspective.
—Mike Albo, Vulture, 2 June 2026
The government solicited public feedback on that decision, but UCAR took no chances and sued.
—ArsTechnica, 2 June 2026
The agency solicited comments from stakeholders and the public in March, before the rulemaking process began.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
In the end, the legal team was leery of making the decision by itself, and solicited the help of the group of parent activists who had been advising it on strategy.
—Larissa MacFarquhar, New Yorker, 28 May 2026
Adjective
Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn, New York, claimed Rozier solicited and accepted a $100,000 bribe in exchange for tipping off a group of bettors about his plan to leave a game early because of an injury.
—Tom Winter, NBC news, 10 June 2026
Verb
The city had previously solicited marina redevelopment proposals in a competitive bidding process, and Virginia Key, LLC, which had entered a bid, eventually took the matter to court.
—Tess Riski
june 11, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
The team solicited problems from mathematicians across a great breadth of subject areas.
—Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 10 June 2026
In the wake of 2020’s protests, many museums solicited responses from contemporary artists—particularly artists of color; A250 has spawned no such wave of institutional commissions.
—Greg Allen, ARTnews.com, 7 June 2026
The Senate Ethics Committee also investigated allegations that Packwood solicited jobs from lobbyists for his ex-wife, used his staff to try to threaten the female accusers into keeping quiet and obstructed the investigation by altering his personal diaries.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Byrd says she had been solicited about biographical projects before, but nobody committed to telling her life story from her perspective.
—Mike Albo, Vulture, 2 June 2026
The government solicited public feedback on that decision, but UCAR took no chances and sued.
—ArsTechnica, 2 June 2026
The agency solicited comments from stakeholders and the public in March, before the rulemaking process began.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
In the end, the legal team was leery of making the decision by itself, and solicited the help of the group of parent activists who had been advising it on strategy.
—Larissa MacFarquhar, New Yorker, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for solicited
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Santacroce said the requested $2 million in annual funding for bridge repairs is just a starting point for a new bridge maintenance program.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 June 2026
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Morally Gray marks the first release under Quinn Features, Quinn’s new banner for elevated, premium audio romances narrated by highly requested rising talent.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Feb. 2026
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The police recommended that three felony charges be brought against Driscoll but unfortunately none of the children interviewed were willing to testify in court.—
Lori Riley,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2026
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Providers, former workers and advocates interviewed for this story said many child care workers in Charlotte earn around $12 to $15 an hour — roughly $25,000 to $31,000 a year for full-time work.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Both cities sought voter approval for a half-cent sales tax dedicated to maintaining local services while keeping revenue under local control.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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The insurrection verdict has been appealed by both Yoon and prosecutors, who had sought the death penalty.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
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When asked what policies would have prevented the shooting, Noem did not provide specifics.—
Holmes Lybrand,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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Property tax rebate, naming rights and other concerns A Cleves resident asked if taxpayers will get the 30% property tax rollback that county leaders promised when voters approved the sales tax and said that should be noted in the new lease agreement.—
Erin Glynn,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
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Following the settlement, McAfee wrote to Martin to apologize, but also begged her to move on.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The dogs snarled and snapped as Smith begged for help during the eight-minute call.—
Natasha Holt,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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For anyone tempted to re-create the techniques at home, Ezratty strongly suggests seeing a professional.—
Lauren Finney Harden,
AJC.com,
10 June 2026
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You might be tempted to use chemical drain cleaners for their quick fix, but be cautious.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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The poll found that 44% of those surveyed prefer Republican control of Congress, while 7% of participants remain unsure.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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That’s according to Morgan Lee, lead researcher of Pharmaceutical Strategies Group (PSG)’s 2026 survey, which surveyed 237 benefits leaders representing employers, health plans and unions.—
Mia Osmonbekov,
Fortune,
14 June 2026
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Miller was invited to make a cameo on the show's reboot.—
Sydni Ellis,
PEOPLE,
8 Dec. 2025
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At each one, guests were given a free booster set of special cards and invited to trade with others.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
7 Dec. 2025
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