solicit
verb (used with object)
to seek for (something) by entreaty, earnest or respectful request, formal application, etc..
has been soliciting
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present perfect progressiveof solicit (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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NewsNation has been soliciting audience questions via an online submission form.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 5, 2023
Since last summer, a start-up in beta mode has been soliciting volunteers to take part in 55-minute sessions called “gathers,” where strangers discuss their deepest hopes and fears.
From New York Times ● May 7, 2022
My wife started a “charity” and has been soliciting everyone for donations to it.
From Slate ● Apr. 21, 2022
Braynard has been soliciting donations for the rally, posting a budget on Telegram that totaled $27,800.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 17, 2021
The Mongolian leadership has been soliciting support from foreign donors, who pledged some $250 million in aid in October 1997.
From The 1998 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
