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solicit

UK
/səˈlɪs.ɪt/
US
/səˈlɪsɪt/

Translations

solicitverb
solicited
Past Simple
solicited
Past Participle
soliciting
Gerund
UK
/səˈlɪs.ɪt/
US
/səˈlɪsɪt/
racolerEn parlant de prostitution.
She was arrested for soliciting outside the hotel.
Elle a été arrêtée pour racolage devant l’hôtel.
The charity organization decided to solicit donations from local businesses.
L’organisation caritative a décidé de solliciter des dons auprès des entreprises locales.
démarcherDans le domaine commercial.
The salesperson tried to solicit customers by offering free samples.
Le commercial a essayé de démarcher des clients en offrant des échantillons gratuits.
Additional translations
solliciterSens juridique ou formel, avec idée d’incitation à une action répréhensible.
Synonyms
request
urge
beseech
petition
implore
entreat
ask for
seek

Definitions

solicitverb
To ask for or try to obtain something from someone.
The charity organization decided to solicit donations from local businesses.
To approach someone with an offer or request, often in a persistent manner.
The salesperson tried to solicit customers by offering free samples.
To seek to influence or incite someone to do something, often illegal or unethical.
The undercover officer was tasked with catching those who solicit bribes.
Of a prostitute, to offer sexual services for payment, especially by accosting potential clients in a public place.
She was arrested for soliciting outside the hotel.
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