solicited

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, he solicited hundreds of letters from writers, librarians, critics, lawyers, clergy and others about the book’s literary and social value.

From The Wall Street Journal

Banna said in her lawsuit she “repeatedly complained” about how clients were being solicited.

From Los Angeles Times

They solicited money on a crowdfunding website to pay for her funeral, which took place in October.

From BBC

The Civil Guard said the shelter was organised by an NGO that solicited donations on social networks to care for the animals.

From Barron's

Among those asking about it were people Burry had solicited for Milton’s Opus—people who had initially expressed great interest.

From Literature