ابحث
to solicit
01
to request something, usually in a formal or persistent manner
Transitive: to solicit sb/sth
Example
The lawyer is currently soliciting information from potential witnesses for the upcoming trial.
The sales team has been soliciting feedback from customers to improve their products.
The university regularly solicits input from students to enhance campus services.
02
to engage in the act of propositioning oneself or others for sexual activity, usually in exchange for payment
Intransitive
Example
The police arrested several individuals who were soliciting in the red-light district.
She was approached by a man on the street who was soliciting for sexual services.
The city has implemented measures to address the issue of individuals soliciting in public areas.
03
to urge or encourage others to commit unlawful acts or defy authority
Ditransitive: to solicit sb to do sth
Example
The extremist group solicited vulnerable individuals to join their cause and carry out acts of terrorism.
He was charged with soliciting minors to participate in illegal activities.
The gang members solicited young teenagers to join their criminal activities.
04
to formally request or appeal for something
Ditransitive: to solicit sb for sth
Example
The startup solicited customers for feedback on its new product design.
The nonprofit solicited donors for contributions to its disaster relief fund.
The artist solicited patrons for funding her latest art project.
05
to seek someone's affection, typically with romantic intentions
Transitive: to solicit sb
Example
He solicited her with flowers and love letters, hoping to win her heart.
The suitor solicited the young woman by serenading her beneath her window.
She felt flattered when he solicited her with compliments and thoughtful gestures.
