How do you use the word 'elicit' in a sentence?

Answer 1

("elicit" means to draw out information or response - the word "illicit" means illegal)

"I need to elicit the truth about what happened."

"My attempt to elicit information over the phone was met with a barrage of irrelevant recordings."

"This question is going to elicit some interesting replies."

"The teachers were asked to elicit a suitable response from the students."

"The developers hoped to elicit a favorable zoning plan from the council."

"His bravery would elicit praise and accolades from his countrymen."

"Pedophiles and perverts use the internet venues to attempt to elicit sex from teenagers."

Answer 2

His short questions elicited more responses than the longer ones. The innovative dance move elicited many "oohs" and "ahs" from the audience.

Answer 3

A meeting was called to elicit a solution to a problem.