Definitions

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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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

Dreamland posted surveys on its social media soliciting suggestions for repurposing the ride and requesting memories of the attraction.

From BBC

In December, the military issued a notice soliciting tips on procurement-related violations in the air force, with a deadline set at the end of June.

From The Wall Street Journal

The tender offer was set to expire last week, but Paramount extended the window after failing to solicit sufficient interest among Warner shareholders.

From Los Angeles Times

Dobrindt said police would launch a publicity campaign to solicit tips and tout the reward, including leaflets and posters in Berlin's subway system.

From Barron's

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