as in elicited
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
the gift of a puppy finally educed a response from the shy boy
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For Davidson, taking on this project elicited a surprising reaction from his teenage son.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
9 Apr. 2025 -
He was asked what reactions have been elicited by Zeta’s shape so far.—
The New York Times,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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The American president has once again evoked the idea of annexing us.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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One recent exhibit displayed a series of rough-hewn public fountains that evoked post-apocalyptic decay.—
Joshua Yaffa,
The New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2025
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Take a dive into the deep end, and keep scrolling to shop more one-piece bathing suits inspired by Kate Hudson now.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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What inspired you to start the Latinx Education Collaborative?—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
12 Apr. 2025
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