solicited

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The White House has solicited donations from companies to support construction of the president’s planned $400 million White House ballroom.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice solicited the project, which was carried out by New York University in collaboration with Rutgers University.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Prosecutors said Monday they would seek additional charges against Rozier in the sports betting case because they had developed evidence that the 10-year NBA veteran solicited a bribe during an alleged gambling scheme.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Scott Boras, the agent for Julio Urías, declined to say whether any team had offered Urías a contract this year but said he has not solicited offers from any clubs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

She solicited donations of food and clothing for the miners’ families.

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell