How to Use elicit in a Sentence

elicit

verb
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  • She's been unable to elicit much sympathy from the public.
  • She's been trying to elicit the support of other committee members.
  • My question elicited no response.
  • The more searing questions elicited cheers from the crowd.
    — Ciara Nugent/london, Time, 28 Nov. 2019
  • The very mention of her name elicits oohs and aahs from women the world over.
    — Town & Country, 28 June 2023
  • Those comments elicited boos from the audience — the first of the day.
    — Bianca Seward, NBC News, 14 July 2023
  • The play brought many fans to their feet and elicited a series of prolonged oohs and aahs.
    — Edward Lee, baltimoresun.com, 4 Dec. 2019
  • Most fragrances smell strong to me and elicit all kinds of emotions.
    — Jessica Matlin, Harper's BAZAAR, 11 Oct. 2018
  • Even that can't elicit a chirp from the front tires when pointed straight.
    — Mike Sutton, Car and Driver, 17 June 2020
  • And the movie didn't elicit praise from just journalists.
    — Andrea Towers, EW.com, 24 Aug. 2021
  • Then, craft a post to elicit that feeling and drive them to that action.
    — Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2022
  • The granite wall, and the names etched in it, elicit a wide range of responses.
    — CBS News, 29 May 2017
  • Some films elicit a glistening tear for a scene or two.
    — Deanna Janes, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 June 2017
  • News of this tragedy elicited murmurs of surprise and sympathy in the room.
    — Anant Gupta, Washington Post, 22 Sep. 2023
  • Vessels that stayed at sea for months on end elicited concern for how long the crew had been forced to work.
    — Sarah Gibbens, National Geographic, 13 June 2019
  • In the short term, the strong parental bond formed by play helps to elicit better behavior.
    — Washington Post, 29 June 2021
  • Pulling away does nothing but elicit a snorting growl and a tighter clamp.
    — Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 25 June 2018
  • But the blank slate of a new home can elicit blank stares from prospective homebuyers.
    — Stephanie Walden, USA TODAY, 12 Aug. 2019
  • Gone are the days of hip-hop being a tool that elicits change and rational thought.
    — Spin Staff, Spin, 12 Sep. 2023
  • The first half of the movie elicits some uncomfortable giggles with some jump scares here and there.
    — Drew Fortune, Esquire, 1 Mar. 2017
  • Cohen said, which elicited a mix of laughs and groans from the audience.
    — Dory Jackson, Peoplemag, 5 Nov. 2023
  • But, what products elicit that fresh-from-the-spa glow?
    — Kaleigh Fasanella, Allure, 17 July 2018
  • Part hype man, mostly soul man, Burton ran to the edge of the stage to elicit screams.
    — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2021
  • The news elicited audible gasps from staff, parents and others in the room.
    — Pioneer Press Staff, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2023
  • Their obsessions and yearnings are meant to elicit both laughs and pathos.
    — Misha Berson, The Seattle Times, 3 Aug. 2017
  • From cookies to cheese to coffee, there’s a slew of options sure to elicit oohs and aahs.
    — Lesley Kennedy, CNN Underscored, 14 Dec. 2020
  • His work seems to elicit one of two reactions from people.
    — Stephen Metcalf, The Atlantic, 24 June 2018
  • That ding! elicits a Pavlovian response to make a run for it.
    — Natalie B. Compton, The Know, 22 Sep. 2019
  • Atkins tried to elicit memories from her past, but his body suit was damp with sweat.
    — New York Times, 22 July 2021
  • Go ahead and reduce the portion size by half or more to elicit more cookies from your efforts.
    — Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2022

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