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as in to woo
to act so as to make (something) more likely
you're just inviting ridicule by making such outrageous claims
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in invitation
a request for the presence or participation of someone at a specified time and place
He finagled an invite to an exclusive Hollywood party.
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Recent Examples of invite
Mike Kaye
updated May 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2026
And Naomi and Chanel invited me to.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026
On top of early entry to savings events, like the 2026 Aloversary Sale, members get redeemable points, invite-only experiences, virtual classes, exclusive concierge perks, and first access to limited drops and seasonal collections.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 4 May 2026
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Verb
Following free agency and the draft, Green remained unsigned, so the Panthers invited him to compete during rookie minicamp.
—Mike Kaye
updated May 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2026
And Naomi and Chanel invited me to.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Noun
Some prefer no official invite, instead letting the impromptu feeling of a driveway social speak for itself.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026
On top of early entry to savings events, like the 2026 Aloversary Sale, members get redeemable points, invite-only experiences, virtual classes, exclusive concierge perks, and first access to limited drops and seasonal collections.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for invite
Verb
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On the topic of arresting homeless people, moderators asked how Bianco's sheriff's office has been known to do.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Patients were concerned too, and some asked Hulse what would happen to the new clinic after her team left.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Cruise lines have been wooing those passengers in recent years with shorter, more affordable itineraries.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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These days, most colleges and universities perform a complex process to identify and invite a commencement speaker, usually involving negotiations among a committee of students and faculty, and an administration seeking to acknowledge an alumnus, woo a donor, or outshine a competitor.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Washington said he was honored by the invitation, especially from an officer of such distinction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The Rolling Stone Culture Council is an invitation-only community for Influencers, Innovators and Creatives.—
Michele Zanello,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2026
Verb
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The opener will be Vrabel’s first game since the reigning AP Coach of the Year missed Day 3 of the NFL draft to seek counseling following the publication of photos of him and longtime football reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.—
Rob Maaddi,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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The changes that the mayor is seeking will still set this housing apart for those who need it most, but not let bureaucracy itself drive them away.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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“Invite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invite. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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