solicit

[suh-lis-it] / səˈlɪs ɪt /

VERB

plead for; try to sell

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ask canvass drum up promote require seek

STRONG

accost apply approach beg beseech bespeak bum cadge call challenge claim crave demand desire drum entreat exact go hawk hustle implore importune inquire mooch panhandle peddle petition postulate pray proposition query question refer request requisition resort seduce sponge steer supplicate touch tout turn

WEAK

come on to hit on hit up pass the hat sue for whistle for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer reply

STRONG

avoid conceal dodge give ignore not want offer stop

WEAK

disapprove refuse reject

Example Sentences

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Maldonado said Cuellar was diligent about reaching out to solicit input before a vote on any bill involving transportation or logistics.

From The Wall Street Journal

“To do so, NSF will be engaging with partner agencies, the research community, and other interested parties to solicit feedback for rescoping the functions of the work currently performed by NCAR.”

From Los Angeles Times

The court proceedings caused a stir after the plaintiffs submitted a sworn declaration from a former GSA official who said the White House is soliciting bids to demolish several historic office buildings in Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal

Typically, the stings entail investigators posing as homeowners to solicit bids from contractors without licenses.

From Los Angeles Times

Fisher has since used a higher valuation in soliciting investors.

From Los Angeles Times

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