as in to discourage
to steer (a person) from an activity or course of action
tried to dissuade her from her intention to drop out of college
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Recent Examples of dissuade
A little bout of volatility isn't dissuading Ed Yardeni from his bullish take on stocks.
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Fred Imbert, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
But while the push to make our food supply healthier holds enormous promise, actions to dissuade parents from ensuring their kids get highly effective vaccines with decades-long safety records threaten to erase those gains — and more.
—Jerome Adams, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
By providing the Kichwa additional education and alternative sources of income, they’re dissuaded from hunting the more incredible animals in the rainforest.
—Noah Lederman, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2026
Thursday’s loss should not dissuade the Red Raiders from further commitment.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 2 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for dissuade
Fred Imbert, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
But while the push to make our food supply healthier holds enormous promise, actions to dissuade parents from ensuring their kids get highly effective vaccines with decades-long safety records threaten to erase those gains — and more.
—Jerome Adams, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
By providing the Kichwa additional education and alternative sources of income, they’re dissuaded from hunting the more incredible animals in the rainforest.
—Noah Lederman, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2026
Thursday’s loss should not dissuade the Red Raiders from further commitment.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 2 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for dissuade
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissuade
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Teachers at Flushing High School argue that the school’s grading policy discourages students who put in consistent effort.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Jan. 2026
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He was widely discouraged from a career in cartoons, and after a series of rejections, majored in economics.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Pruning excess fruit helps trees produce larger and more flavorful nectarines, while companion planting with scented herbs can deter common fruit tree pests, like aphids and spider mites.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2026
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To prevent smells and damage from bugs and moths, store your coats with cedar chips or lavender, as these naturally deter pests.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Dissuade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissuade. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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