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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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
Finally, the formula features squalane, yet another suppleness-inducing ingredient.
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Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
Wilson told the news station doctors decided to induce labor due to the severity of her injuries.
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Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
In the fourth, Johnson gave up a leadoff single to Julio Rodríguez but erased that threat by inducing a double play off the bat of Canzone.
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Doug Miller,
Oc Register,
30 June 2026
For many clients, entering treatment is an anxiety-inducing process that can limit a treatment’s long-term effectiveness.
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Kaitlyn Gomez,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for induce
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
Wilson told the news station doctors decided to induce labor due to the severity of her injuries.
—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
In the fourth, Johnson gave up a leadoff single to Julio Rodríguez but erased that threat by inducing a double play off the bat of Canzone.
—
Doug Miller,
Oc Register,
30 June 2026
For many clients, entering treatment is an anxiety-inducing process that can limit a treatment’s long-term effectiveness.
—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for induce
Recent Examples of Synonyms for induce
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The announcement came just hours after the Supreme Court handed a major victory to the makers of the weedkiller Roundup, shielding it from thousands of lawsuits from states alleging the company failed to warn people the product could cause cancer.
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Any worries about complacency were wiped away in the third minute when Auston Trusty fired home the opening goal and caused the stands at SoFi Stadium to shake (literally) with the noise and jumping fans.
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Since Mary Grace’s death, her parents have poured their energy into persuading lawmakers to make camps safer by banning cabins in active flood plains, mandating 24-7 weather monitoring and requiring rigorous annual evacuation training.
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Marketing and communications professionals rely on language to inform, persuade and connect with audiences.
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Both men argue Los Angeles should consider creating a dedicated anti-squatter task force to help law enforcement distinguish legitimate tenant disputes from cases involving criminal conduct.
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The relaxed fit keeps air circulating while the long skirt design creates an effortless silhouette.
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Notes Sherman Oaks Notre Dame has been able to convince standout safety and top athlete Tahj Skinner to play quarterback this season.
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They were saved at the last minute by the owner of the mill, who convinced the arriving American army of their worth.
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This year’s celebration comes on the heels of a late June warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that released extraordinary amounts of soot and smoke across the county, on par with pollution generated by the previous year’s wildfires.
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If there isn't enough money to satisfy every creditor, state probate laws determine the order in which claims are paid.
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The Justices ruled the president cannot redefine birthright citizenship, and all children who are born in the United States, whether their parents are in the country legally or not, satisfy citizenship requirements in the 14th amendment.
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Camp Meeker Cabin stands as a thoughtful retreat that brings mountain living back to its essentials.
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The ceremony, which brought both families together, was officiated by family friend Adam Sandler.
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On Monday night, Contreras was ejected in the second inning after a check-swing strikeout prompted him to give a sarcastic ABS challenge gesture at the umpire, earning an instant boot.
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Other areas of the West, such as California, have long enacted drought-control measures, prompting some homeowners to paint their grass green rather than see the dismal reminder of their lawn’s death.
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“Induce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/induce. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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