as in to convince
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request
she persuaded us that she can indeed communicate with the dead he persuaded his teachers to grant an extension
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Recent Examples of persuade
In a few days, three environmental groups — including one from San Diego — get their chance to try to persuade the California Supreme Court to overturn a controversial rooftop solar policy issued by the California Public Utilities Commission nearly three years ago.
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Rob Nikolewski, Mercury News, 2 June 2025
Mindful of the scenes of serious disorder that marred a previous PSG trophy parade in 2013 at the Place du Trocadero, which overlooks the Eiffel Tower, the Parisian authorities were initially minded to reject the club’s request before being persuaded into a U-turn.
—Tom Williams, New York Times, 2 June 2025
More recently, his brother, King Charles III, tried to persuade Andrew to cut his expenses by leaving his home, Royal Lodge, a sprawling royal estate, and instead, moving to a smaller cottage inside the security perimeter of Windsor Castle.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 28 May 2025
For fifteen years, the Patriotic Millionaires have waged an earnest battle to persuade wealthy people to lobby for higher taxes on themselves.
—Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
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Rob Nikolewski, Mercury News, 2 June 2025
Mindful of the scenes of serious disorder that marred a previous PSG trophy parade in 2013 at the Place du Trocadero, which overlooks the Eiffel Tower, the Parisian authorities were initially minded to reject the club’s request before being persuaded into a U-turn.
—Tom Williams, New York Times, 2 June 2025
More recently, his brother, King Charles III, tried to persuade Andrew to cut his expenses by leaving his home, Royal Lodge, a sprawling royal estate, and instead, moving to a smaller cottage inside the security perimeter of Windsor Castle.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 28 May 2025
For fifteen years, the Patriotic Millionaires have waged an earnest battle to persuade wealthy people to lobby for higher taxes on themselves.
—Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persuade
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Shara has promised to protect Syria’s minorities, but some members of the Alawite, Druze, and other communities are not convinced.—
Natasha Hall,
Foreign Affairs,
27 May 2025
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Not everyone is convinced by Papini's new story — not even her own mother.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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The service offers a number of filters for other dietary requirements, and satisfying taste and texture—not always a guarantee on ready-to-eat meals.—
Matthew Korfhage,
Wired News,
28 May 2025
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With so much natural beauty right at its doorstep, this region of Chile is bound to satisfy those who are seeking a unique experience.—
Kimberley Mok,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2025
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“Persuade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persuade. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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