as in to persuade
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
we convinced him to keep silent about our activities until we could spring the surprise
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Recent Examples of convince
The main hurdle the prosecution faces is convincing the jury that he was primarily motivated not by opposition to Israel, the country, but by religious bigotry.
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Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 6 Aug. 2025
Through education and advocacy, YIMBY groups (Yes In My Backyard) have convinced many state legislators that the best way to make housing cheaper is to reform regulations so developers can build more of it, and legislators across the country are acting.
—Adam A. Millsap, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
But not all are convinced Trump is showing his true hand.
—Micah McCartney Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
When his folks go away for a trip, his pal Miles (Curtis Armstrong) convinces him to cut loose and have some fun.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 6 Aug. 2025
Through education and advocacy, YIMBY groups (Yes In My Backyard) have convinced many state legislators that the best way to make housing cheaper is to reform regulations so developers can build more of it, and legislators across the country are acting.
—Adam A. Millsap, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
But not all are convinced Trump is showing his true hand.
—Micah McCartney Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
When his folks go away for a trip, his pal Miles (Curtis Armstrong) convinces him to cut loose and have some fun.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convince
Verb
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In the framework of conversational intelligence, most workplace communication falls into Level 1 (telling) or Level 2 (persuading).—
Susan Curtin,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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But Newsom clearly believes those hurdles can be overcome in California and that voters can be persuaded to forge a realignment to help Democrats.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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Nut butters, like almond butter and peanut butter, are known to help satisfy hunger cravings and contain key nutrients to keep you feeling full.—
T'Keyah Bazin,
Verywell Health,
6 Aug. 2025
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Bulldog gravy adds flavor to modest meals that need to satisfy hungry, hardworking families.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
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The department framed limits as bringing services in line with national norms, but some people, such as those who received therapy multiple times a week, could see cutbacks.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
13 Aug. 2025
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The brand’s latest Color Series Mason jar collection nods to classic designs of the past, with darling details that bring nostalgic charm to any space whether they’re used in the kitchen for food storage or around the house as decor.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Convince.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convince. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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