drum up

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The public offering is expected to hit the market next month after a “road show” during which SpaceX will seek to drum up interest from both institutional and retail investors.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Fintech firm Clear Street pulled the plug on its IPO plans in February after failing to drum up enough interest, blaming market volatility.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

“Madame X” was seen as Sargent’s calculated attempt to drum up attention, and Gautreau’s aim for the kind of legitimacy that sitting for one of Paris’ great artists could afford.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Carney spent weeks abroad in his first year, visiting countries like China, India and the United Arab Emirates to drum up business and investment.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

On New Year’s Eve morning, Ella paced in front of the family conjure room while Brigit was still asleep, trying to drum up enough confidence to interrupt her mother’s sunrise work.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton