1
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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2
as in to seek
to make a request for
always ready to solicit donations for a charity
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3
as in to ask
to make a request of
solicited him to join the team
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4
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
Did Bondi investigate Epstein as Florida attorney general? After years of state-level investigation, Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to one count of soliciting prostitution and one count of soliciting prostitution from someone under age 18.
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Bart Jansen, USA Today, 27 July 2025
What To Know Black also played a role in Epstein's legal defense during his 2006 Florida criminal case, involving charges of soliciting prostitution from underage girls.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
The Labor Department wants to end that authority, saying the current regulations give the district manager the ability to draft and create laws without soliciting comments or action by Congress.
—Cathy Bussewitz, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025
For example, House Bill 1445, which passed the Legislature this year, would have prohibited State officials from using their public positions to solicit campaign contributions.
—Lonnie Groot, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 July 2025
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Bart Jansen, USA Today, 27 July 2025
What To Know Black also played a role in Epstein's legal defense during his 2006 Florida criminal case, involving charges of soliciting prostitution from underage girls.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
The Labor Department wants to end that authority, saying the current regulations give the district manager the ability to draft and create laws without soliciting comments or action by Congress.
—Cathy Bussewitz, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025
For example, House Bill 1445, which passed the Legislature this year, would have prohibited State officials from using their public positions to solicit campaign contributions.
—Lonnie Groot, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solicit
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The rooms come with binoculars to encourage you to cozy up and survey the Pacific for whales, dolphins, songbirds and more.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The superintendent and principal also meet monthly with a student advisory committee, and the student body at each school is routinely surveyed for feedback and input, according to the district.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
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Exceptional leaders understand the far-reaching impact of top performers and seek to meet their needs.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Health care leaders say consumers should use hospital ratings as just one tool when considering where to seek care.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
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The department published a serious note to its Facebook page early Monday after the Free Press asked about it.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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You’re asked to enroll your Wi-Fi smart thermostat in a bring-your-own-thermostat program.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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This begs the question: What else is there to say about Young and his offseason?—
Alex Zietlow
July 23,
Charlotte Observer,
23 July 2025
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On top of that, the battery easily goes a week without begging for a charger, and the square AMOLED display is way easier to read mid-run than a round one.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 July 2025
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If these savings alone weren't enough to tempt you, then the fact that these drones are now at their lowest-ever prices might.—
Alexander Cox,
Space.com,
28 July 2025
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You might be tempted to jump on your soapbox and convince someone to agree with you.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
28 July 2025
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The report also found that for every 100 applicants, only three were invited to interview for the role.—
Liz Elting,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Nixon and Montgomery served as hosts, interviewing teammates and coaches about topics off the field.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 July 2025
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Law enforcement determined the child is not a runaway, and a custody dispute is not the sole reason for requesting an activation.—
Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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The fee applies to Form I-131, used to request travel documents such as advance parole, and Form I-765, the application for employment authorization.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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True Modern Mexican invites guests to enjoy their frozen Margarita Al Centro.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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All ages are invited and the gates at Gallagher Square adjacent to Petco Park open at 7 p.m.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
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“Solicit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solicit. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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