elicit
verb (used with object)
will elicit
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future tenseof elicit.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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"I understand my vote will elicit both praise and criticism from different quarters," Cain said.
From Salon ● May 29, 2023
“We know that our products always will elicit response,” Barnett said.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 15, 2022
“We are hopeful this reward will elicit information that helps us bring these dangerous criminals to justice,” Riverside police Chief Larry Gonzalez said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2022
He needs instead to be the advocate of public policies that will elicit positive nods from independent voters.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 28, 2022
His children will elicit as much love and admiration and interest as now, together with a great deal more knowledge and a great deal less silly, mannish sentimentalism.
From A New Atmosphere by Gail Hamilton
