1
as in convincing
having the power to persuade
made a compelling argument against military intervention
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2
as in urgent
needing immediate attention
no compelling need to raise taxes at this time
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as in forcing
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
public opinion compelled her to fire her scandal-plagued aide
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Recent Examples of compelling
Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
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—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The technology's current limitations suggest that human developers will remain essential for creating compelling, polished game experiences for now.
—ArsTechnica, 8 Apr. 2025
However, doing so makes for a more compelling Pixel 9a launch and will presumably tempt more users to upgrade.
—Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The end of #DIY in 2017 ignited a deeply personal and intensely emotional feud between Ciampa and Gargano, widely regarded as one of the most compelling rivalries in NXT's history.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
The technology's current limitations suggest that human developers will remain essential for creating compelling, polished game experiences for now.
—ArsTechnica, 8 Apr. 2025
However, doing so makes for a more compelling Pixel 9a launch and will presumably tempt more users to upgrade.
—Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compelling
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For years, getting travelers to see Athens as more than a transient city would take some convincing; the extent of their stay at the best hotels in Athens would merely include a brief bucket-list visit to the Acropolis before scurrying off to the Greek islands.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the end, the most convincing case for learning to love fission may be the grimmest—not so much green as dark green.—
Elizabeth Kolbert,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
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This highlights the urgent need for tailored marketing support.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The net result is a flurry of headlines and viral social media posts followed by an urgent platform update.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institutes of Health concur that there is conclusive evidence that alcohol causes several types of cancer.—
Pranoti Mandrekar,
The Conversation,
7 Apr. 2025
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Anecdotes from such sources are, of course, far from conclusive.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The agency recalled that between 2022 and 2024, around 60% of annual admissions for severe acute malnutrition occurred during the rainy season, meaning that up to 462,000 children could be affected this year if the trend holds.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The acute need for companies with this level of in-depth warmth and empathy for their clients drives ITS to expand its horizon.—
William Mullane,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Pressuring or coercing someone into ending their life would be punishable by up to 14 years in prison.—
Alistair Smout,
USA TODAY,
29 Nov. 2024
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That same sentence will remain for anyone found guilty of tricking, pressuring or coercing someone into making the choice if the bill is ultimately passed.—
David Hodari,
NBC News,
29 Nov. 2024
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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So what’s driving the need for these changes?—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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By forcing his posts to the top of feeds, elevating like-minded voices, and driving critics off the platform, Musk revealed the raw power of ownership.—
Jackie Snow,
Quartz,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Compelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compelling. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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