educes

verb

present tense third-person singular of educe
as in elicits
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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  1. elicits
  2. evokes
  3. inspires
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  • The question of whether people from the current system should help lead the transition elicits strong emotions among Cuban exiles.
    — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Continue reading … ‘MIND-BLOWING HYPOCRISY’ — Mass UN walkout elicits fiery response from Netanyahu in New York speech.
    — , FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of elicits
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  • The title that evokes Ernest Hemingway points at the polemical nature of some of the essays in the book.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Aligned along a single axis, these apertures create a perspective that evokes the assembly-line logic of the automotive industry.
    — Sarah Belmont for ArtNews, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of evokes
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  • Music from kids’ movies often inspires connection, creativity, and even dance parties at home.
    — Stephanie Ganz Published, Parents, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Choose from one of three sleek colorways and let these headphones become the accessory that inspires the outfit.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of inspires
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“Educes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educes. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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