1
as in creates
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the medication induced labor
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as in persuades
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 induces
This induces what’s known as a state of tonic immobility, where the shark loses awareness of its surroundings, essentially becoming paralyzed.
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Outside, 3 Nov. 2025
For example, obesity induces chronic fat inflammation, which subsequently leads to systemic inflammation and perturbs the normal systemic metabolism.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Gaining traction among environmental advocates, mechanochemistry induces chemical reactions through basic mechanical energy instead of energy-intensive heat sources.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 22 Oct. 2025
Perhaps the use of photographs induces a nostalgia for an imagined time before photography existed?
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Peralta induces groundballs at a higher rate (61%) than all but six other qualifying relievers.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Sep. 2025
At one point, his inner monologue nearly induces him to reach out to pet a co-worker, David, in the middle of their conversation.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
This typically leads to interconnected debt arrangements such that a default by a key market participant induces a cascade of defaults by other participants whose ability to cover their own debt obligations relied on parties who have defaulted.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Derived from the iboga plant native to West Africa, ibogaine induces powerful visions and dreams.
—Pardis Mahdavi, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2025
Outside, 3 Nov. 2025
For example, obesity induces chronic fat inflammation, which subsequently leads to systemic inflammation and perturbs the normal systemic metabolism.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Gaining traction among environmental advocates, mechanochemistry induces chemical reactions through basic mechanical energy instead of energy-intensive heat sources.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 22 Oct. 2025
Perhaps the use of photographs induces a nostalgia for an imagined time before photography existed?
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Peralta induces groundballs at a higher rate (61%) than all but six other qualifying relievers.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Sep. 2025
At one point, his inner monologue nearly induces him to reach out to pet a co-worker, David, in the middle of their conversation.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
This typically leads to interconnected debt arrangements such that a default by a key market participant induces a cascade of defaults by other participants whose ability to cover their own debt obligations relied on parties who have defaulted.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Derived from the iboga plant native to West Africa, ibogaine induces powerful visions and dreams.
—Pardis Mahdavi, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for induces
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The research team highlighted that this process creates ideal conditions for atmospheric water vapour to condense into droplets on the cooler surface, the way steam condenses on your bathroom mirror.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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Frank creates this Charles Atlas golden god specifically to adore and satisfy him.—
Katie Rife,
Vulture,
9 Nov. 2025
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Nuremberg explores how authoritarian regimes take over democracies — not by making a detailed intellectual case that persuades on its merits but by validating the power fantasies of those who feel shut out.—
Matt Zoller Seitz,
Vulture,
11 Dec. 2025
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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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How causes a plant to exit dormancy?—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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But nothing could ease the stress off him more quickly than a running game that invokes fear — any fear, just something that causes a team to actually react to play-action.—
Sam McDowell
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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Malik convinces him to come home with them by getting Ryan to eat a Starburst out of his hand.—
Will Harris,
Vulture,
2 Jan. 2026
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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
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According to the Florida Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services, the Florida horse industry generates nearly $7 billion in economic impact and contributes more than 240,000 jobs.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Jan. 2026
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County officials estimated the service generates about 700 riders a day currently, more than double the 300 riders a day its first month.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Jan. 2026
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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
Verb
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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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While not everyone gets their wishes, those with no interest in taking on the deceptive — and challenging — role of a Traitor likely won't be chosen.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Ole Miss gets one more possession, starting at its 31, with 55 seconds left in the first half.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Induces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/induces. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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