elicit
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AI cannot read the news to discern either the meaning of news or the emotions it will likely elicit.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
He is known for paintings that feature stacked blocks of contrasting yet complementary colors meant to elicit strong emotions.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
At the time, watching these videos didn’t elicit nausea or repulsion in Jemima—they came across as amusing.
From Slate • May 12, 2026
Crucially at the time I was not able to elicit acute psychotic symptoms.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Smuggled-out information that we were on a hunger strike would elicit newspaper stories, which in turn would generate pressure from advocacy groups.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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