as in evokes
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 elicits
That said, this is a piece that elicits a potent response from an audience, which certainly was the case at the Nederlander Theatre on Tuesday night.
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Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
At first the request elicits trademark Ramsayian profanity.
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James Horncastle,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Wearing orange and blue still elicits nods, smiles and daps from strangers.
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Ashley Fetters Maloy,
Washington Post,
18 June 2026
The image elicits awe in Rob Harcourt who took the photograph.
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Ari Daniel,
NPR,
11 June 2026
For over 55 years, the firm has believed in The Value of Voice®, a planning model that elicits the voice of each stakeholder, facilitating communication and consensus between executive leadership and boards of directors.
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Jim Hebets,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
The word fiancé elicits at least three questions, usually with five follow-up questions.
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Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
But for another group of Black women, the same question elicits feelings of insecurity and defensiveness.
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Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
14 May 2026
But there are places in the world where Israel elicits enormous respect.
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CBS News,
10 May 2026
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
At first the request elicits trademark Ramsayian profanity.
—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Wearing orange and blue still elicits nods, smiles and daps from strangers.
—
Ashley Fetters Maloy,
Washington Post,
18 June 2026
The image elicits awe in Rob Harcourt who took the photograph.
—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
11 June 2026
For over 55 years, the firm has believed in The Value of Voice®, a planning model that elicits the voice of each stakeholder, facilitating communication and consensus between executive leadership and boards of directors.
—
Jim Hebets,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
The word fiancé elicits at least three questions, usually with five follow-up questions.
—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
But for another group of Black women, the same question elicits feelings of insecurity and defensiveness.
—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
14 May 2026
But there are places in the world where Israel elicits enormous respect.
—
CBS News,
10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elicits
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While its name evokes tranquil scenes of pastoral quietude, the Siesta Valley Bowl is getting set to make a big noise on the Bay Area music scene.
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The constellation evokes the shape of a great Bald Eagle, which was adopted as a national emblem of the United States in 1782.
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July 23 – August 22 Leo, your playful spark inspires teamwork now.
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
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“Elicits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elicits. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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