enlist

Example Sentences

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Having decided to enlist Ginny’s granddaughter, the pair needed to find a way to contact her.

From Literature

The master had said it in so many words—my reward for whatever awaited me in this nightmarish new world into which I had enlisted.

From Literature

She enlisted outside help in the form of an interior designer.

From Los Angeles Times

After deciphering practically nothing, I sent a letter to our housekeeper, Viola, in Wales, and promptly enlisted the help of Colin and Marion.

From Literature

Eric only told his father he had enlisted after he had been captured by Ukraine -- in a phone call from prison.

From Barron's