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

Federal prosecutors plan to bring further charges against Rozier, alleging that he "solicited and accepted a bribe," The New York Times reported.

From Barron's • 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

I solicited old rackets and tennis balls from the players and the tournament organizers.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane