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to solicit
01
to request something, usually in a formal or persistent manner
Transitive: to solicit sb/sth
Examples
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.
02
to engage in the act of propositioning oneself or others for sexual activity, usually in exchange for payment
Intransitive
Examples
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.
03
to urge or encourage others to commit unlawful acts or defy authority
Ditransitive: to solicit sb to do sth
Examples
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.
04
to formally request or appeal for something
Ditransitive: to solicit sb for sth
Examples
The startup solicited customers for feedback on its new product design.
The nonprofit solicited donors for contributions to its disaster relief fund.
05
to seek someone's affection, typically with romantic intentions
Transitive: to solicit sb
Examples
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.
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