elicit
Example Sentences
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This elicited a strong reaction from some Zambians online, for example there were dozens of mocking comments on the Zambian Scorpion Facebook group.
From BBC
No key companies have collapsed or faced allegations, revelations that have elicited crises of confidence in past crashes.
You may find yourself amazed at the level of emotional investment these scenes elicit, and all over the fate of a bug.
From Salon
He knocked down two three pointers and slammed a one-handed transition dunk to elicit a roar from the crowd that welcomed back a son they watched grow up.
From Los Angeles Times
Mahan has already elicited early support among wealthy venture capitalists and tech industry leaders, who would be able to bankroll a formidable campaign.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
