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Expressing an earnest or humble request
“She regained her composure and made her request in a soliciting tone.”
An approach or proposal made to someone with the aim of opening negotiations or establishing a relationship
A request or solicitation, typically made in earnest
The action of dealing or trading in something, typically illegal
Present participle for to implore or make a request for
“Indeed, she sincerely believed it to be the duty of every loyal subject to solicit the good graces of the court.”
Present participle for to investigate the opinions or experiences of people by asking them questions
“Solicit the opinions of the target audience to assess what is most effective in communicating the key message and concepts.”
Present participle for to attract or lure by temptation
“Forex transactions are often vehicles for unregulated individuals and firms to solicit unwary retail investors with the sole intent of stealing their money.”
Present participle for to make or offer inappropriate proposals or services
“Roxanne, you don't have to put on the red light.
Those days are over. You don't have to solicit for business tonight.”
Present participle for to offer for discussion or debate
Present participle for to come up with
Present participle for to seek something desired by indirectly prompting someone to offer it
Present participle for to act as a procurer of clients or business
Present participle for to work as a woman of the night
Present participle for to try subtly or deviously to elicit a response or some information from someone
Present participle for to attempt (something)
Present participle for to detain (a person) in conversation against their will
Present participle for to sign (someone) up for a job or task
Present participle for to question or quiz, especially in a thorough or investigative manner
Present participle for to collect or gather together, especially funds for a given purpose
Present participle for to sell things, especially door to door or in insignificant quantities
Present participle for to make a request or suggestion
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