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  1. "Solicit" vs. "elicit" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Looking for general information with regards to solicit vs elicit, as well as which would be the correct word for this phrase: Before spending time learning your system, I just wanted to [solicit...

  2. Origin of "deez nuts" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Apr 23, 2015 · According to knowyourmeme.com: "Deez Nuts is the punchline of a conversational joke that involves asking someone a vaguely-phrased question to solicit a follow-up question in response, …

  3. expressions - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Oct 20, 2015 · Please note "solicit" has the exact opposite sense to what is needed here. A "prostitute" solicits, a "prospective customer" doesn't -- perhaps enquires, rather.

  4. Polite phrase to ask for details [closed] - English Language & Usage ...

    We expect answers to be supported by facts, references, or expertise, but this question will likely solicit debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion. If you feel that this question can be improved …

  5. politeness - polite way to ask someone to be patient? - English ...

    We expect answers to be supported by facts, references, or expertise, but this question will likely solicit debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion. If you feel that this question can be improved …

  6. Is "soliciting" in the example sentence an adjective or a noun?

    Apr 20, 2015 · I am trying to identify what that word, or any similar transitive verb (such as solicit, elicit, etc), would be called in the context of the sentence in the example. The sentence doesn't necessarily …

  7. meaning in context - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Apr 1, 2023 · May I hope, Madam, for your interest with your fair daughter Elizabeth, when I solicit for the honour of a private audience with her in the course of this morning? I am not sure what the …

  8. If a prostitute "solicits" a potential client, what verb is used for ...

    Aug 22, 2018 · Generally the word "solicit" can be used in both ways. A prostitute solicits clients, and the "johns" (those patronising a prostitute's services) also solicit the prostitutes. (note, this may vary by …

  9. What are the differences between these four verbs: induce, entice ...

    Aug 18, 2015 · The cat was induced to vomit by a dose of ipecac. Verb induce ‎ (third-person singular simple present induce s, present participle inducing, simple past and past participle induced) …

  10. verbs - What is the word that describes a person trying to sell stuff ...

    Sep 18, 2024 · I am trying to remember the word to describe a person trying to sell stuff persistently. I can't seem to figure it out. It can be a verb, noun or adjective. Anything around "Selling stuff