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
Greg Dolan, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
The Sirens is a compelling mix of contemporary, historical, and speculative fiction told through multiple points of view, mysterious dreams, and magical revelations.
—Kalie Cassidy
july 25, Literary Hub, 25 July 2025
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—Erin Clack, People.com, 13 July 2025
After Jelly Roll’s big moment cost McIntyre a win at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, McIntyre is a strong candidate to challenge for the WWE Championship immediately after SummerSlam, especially with a lack of other compelling options on SmackDown.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
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Adjective
For example, an account director at an ad agency who feels valued at work is more likely to have a positive experience with a client and generate more compelling work for that client, thus resulting in that client staying with that agency long term.
—Greg Dolan, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
The Sirens is a compelling mix of contemporary, historical, and speculative fiction told through multiple points of view, mysterious dreams, and magical revelations.
—Kalie Cassidy
july 25, Literary Hub, 25 July 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.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 13 July 2025
After Jelly Roll’s big moment cost McIntyre a win at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, McIntyre is a strong candidate to challenge for the WWE Championship immediately after SummerSlam, especially with a lack of other compelling options on SmackDown.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compelling
Adjective
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How Companies Are Using AI One of the most convincing arguments for AI is its capacity to improve efficiency.—
Carmen Skipworth,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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His impersonation is so convincing that Lu and Shin are initially fooled.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Sutton added that with higher participation in an opt-in system, emergency managers could use that channel for less urgent alerts and conserve IPAWS alerts for the most high-risk situations.—
Bayliss Wagner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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For many who’ve been on the ground preventing violence in their communities, the debate at the Capitol feels urgent.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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The forensic evidence was so conclusive that the case settled for a fraction of the initial demand, saving millions in potential damages.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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So Professor Thackeray, being a smart and thorough scientist, decided to obtain conclusive proof.—
Sam Kelly
July 8,
Literary Hub,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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In Gaza City, 16% of 15,000 children were found to suffer from acute malnutrition, quadruple the percentage from February.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
25 July 2025
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This is sometimes called an acute dystonia reaction.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman,
Health,
25 July 2025
Verb
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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
Adjective
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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
Verb
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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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So what’s driving the need for these changes?—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Compelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compelling. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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