as in persuades
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 convinces
Malik convinces him to come home with them by getting Ryan to eat a Starburst out of his hand.
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Will Harris, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2026
The best bars are full of an undefinable spirit, something that draws people in and convinces them to linger.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 30 Dec. 2025
After learning that the bear who raised him after his parents died has gone missing, Paddington convinces his adoptive family to join him on a quest to Darkest Peru to find and rescue his Aunt Lucy.
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
But Van Allsburg, 76, wasn’t sure The Polar Express, about a boy whose trip to the North Pole convinces him of Santa Claus’ existence, could ever make it to the big screen.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 25 Dec. 2025
Advertisement Here, Rob reveals his true menacing nature, and convinces Frankie that Betsy's falling is his fault.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 12 Dec. 2025
In a daring, roughly five-minute scene, Ella’s brother convinces his ex-girlfriend (Ayo Edibiri) to get back together with him after not seeing each other for 18 months.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 10 Dec. 2025
Whether that convinces enough of the Team Canada brain trust to take him remains to be seen.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
But Petey convinces her to join him.
—William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2025
Will Harris, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2026
The best bars are full of an undefinable spirit, something that draws people in and convinces them to linger.
—Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 30 Dec. 2025
After learning that the bear who raised him after his parents died has gone missing, Paddington convinces his adoptive family to join him on a quest to Darkest Peru to find and rescue his Aunt Lucy.
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
But Van Allsburg, 76, wasn’t sure The Polar Express, about a boy whose trip to the North Pole convinces him of Santa Claus’ existence, could ever make it to the big screen.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 25 Dec. 2025
Advertisement Here, Rob reveals his true menacing nature, and convinces Frankie that Betsy's falling is his fault.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 12 Dec. 2025
In a daring, roughly five-minute scene, Ella’s brother convinces his ex-girlfriend (Ayo Edibiri) to get back together with him after not seeing each other for 18 months.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 10 Dec. 2025
Whether that convinces enough of the Team Canada brain trust to take him remains to be seen.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
But Petey convinces her to join him.
—William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convinces
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In the final confrontation, Tea persuades Miran to surrender, arguing that doing so will protect his family.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
27 Oct. 2025
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The poet titillates, commands by images—and only thus persuades.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Jeep satisfies your typical consumer who is looking for a usable SUV with a decent price point.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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Readers looking for a fresh experience in the new year are likely to find at least something that satisfies their cravings.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Dec. 2025
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Our expert take The Citi Strata Elite℠ Card aims to brings premium restaurant rewards and travel benefits to users, including an annual hotel benefit of $300.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2026
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Dancing along to educational songs brings you and your kids closer together—and turns learning about their world into a fun game.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Convinces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convinces. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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