1
as in to cause
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the medication induced labor
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2
as in to persuade
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
finally induced the eyewitness to the gangland slaying to cooperate with the police
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Recent Examples of induce
Tariffs introduced by the Trump Administration in April could impact supply chains and induce ESA to explore broader cooperative partnerships with countries including Japan, India, South Korea and Gulf nations.
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Andrew Jones, Space.com, 8 May 2025
In fact, it has been observed that when metamorphosis was induced in axolotls, their ability to regenerate was affected, according to a March 2022 study published in Developmental Dynamics.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
In return, the company sought to induce those doctors to prescribe the company's drugs, which include Biktarvy, Descovy, Stribild, Genvoya, Complera, and Odefsey, the office said.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 29 Apr. 2025
He’s been one of this young season’s best pitchers for inducing grounders.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Andrew Jones, Space.com, 8 May 2025
In fact, it has been observed that when metamorphosis was induced in axolotls, their ability to regenerate was affected, according to a March 2022 study published in Developmental Dynamics.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
In return, the company sought to induce those doctors to prescribe the company's drugs, which include Biktarvy, Descovy, Stribild, Genvoya, Complera, and Odefsey, the office said.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 29 Apr. 2025
He’s been one of this young season’s best pitchers for inducing grounders.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for induce
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As for tornado fatalities, this year, many of the twisters that caused deaths occurred in Missouri, Tennessee, and Mississippi, the Storm Prediction Center said.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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O’Brien ranks 22nd in NCAA history in career caused turnovers with 160, which shatters Lacey Leigh Hentz’s previous school record of 146.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
10 May 2025
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Defensive coordinator Jesse Minter was already on the phone, trying to persuade Jones to sign with the Chargers, but Tart’s phone calls served to seal the deal for Jones, who also had played with current Chargers Bud Dupree, an outside linebacker, and Elijah Molden, a safety, while with the Titans.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
13 May 2025
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For Syria’s new government, this will be their opportunity to persuade the new administration to do business with a country coming out of a devastating 13-year civil war and mend ties with a leader who was once aligned with the Islamic State and al Qaeda.—
Chris Massaro,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2025
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The proprietary process recovers up to 98 percent of critical metals while minimizing contaminants, creating a ready feedstock for downstream refiners.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Numerous artists were tapped to create art pieces on display throughout the hotel.—
Livia Hengel,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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His father just loved him and convinced him everything’s possible; in an Italian [household], these are clichés.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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Its success convinced officials to move forward with plans to turn Starlight into a full-scale outdoor theater, and its 10-show inaugural season proceeded in 1951.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2025
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At the time, the sample didn't generate any hits in the national system of missing persons.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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Rhodes' potential involvement, even in a non-wrestling capacity, would undoubtedly generate significant buzz and could kickstart his next major storyline.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Loyalists of Fripp and his mothership band, King Crimson, have had their prog jones satisfied multiple times in the past few years.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
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Overall, this low-profile keyboard elevates your routine with practical features that make each keystroke both satisfying and efficient.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
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The new pope from Chicago brings some optimism that the city has an ally in a high place.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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What Military Veterans Know About Leadership Military veterans bring a wealth of leadership experience and skills to the civilian workforce.—
Scott Graybeal,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Coincidentally, Robertson was the fighter who defeated her and prompted an in-Octagon retirement.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The attack prompted the airport to briefly suspend flights.—
Tamar Michaelis,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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“Induce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/induce. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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