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
Crews have been deployed to spray disinfectant on vehicles entering the exclusion zone to avoid any possible transfer of the highly-contagious viral disease that induces fever and blister-like sores in the mouth, drastically reduces milk production and leaves animals weakened.
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ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
In theory, the charge of a thunderstorm above induces an opposite charge in the ground below.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 25 Feb. 2026
Smith induces two groundouts to start the seventh.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
The magnet’s movement over the copper block induces a current in the block, which, in turn, generates an opposing magnetic field, producing heat.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
These parallels suggest that heart failure induces T cells to behave similarly to those in autoimmune disease rather than those that heal injuries.
—Shyam Bansal, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2026
Based on the short story written by Manuel Gonzales, The Miniature Wife is a dramedy examining the power (im)balances between spouses after a technological accident induces the ultimate relationship crisis.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Bwiti is an animistic practice in which participants consume iboga, a plant that alters consciousness and induces visions, enabling them to communicate with the spirits.
—Logan Smith, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Glazed in acrylic, the work induces a dualistic perception.
—James Meyer, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
In theory, the charge of a thunderstorm above induces an opposite charge in the ground below.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 25 Feb. 2026
Smith induces two groundouts to start the seventh.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
The magnet’s movement over the copper block induces a current in the block, which, in turn, generates an opposing magnetic field, producing heat.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
These parallels suggest that heart failure induces T cells to behave similarly to those in autoimmune disease rather than those that heal injuries.
—Shyam Bansal, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2026
Based on the short story written by Manuel Gonzales, The Miniature Wife is a dramedy examining the power (im)balances between spouses after a technological accident induces the ultimate relationship crisis.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Bwiti is an animistic practice in which participants consume iboga, a plant that alters consciousness and induces visions, enabling them to communicate with the spirits.
—Logan Smith, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026
Glazed in acrylic, the work induces a dualistic perception.
—James Meyer, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for induces
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Regulating heat in these systems creates the right conditions for peak efficiency and performance, according to a press release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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The contrast between the volume of the trench coat and the clean lines of straight-leg jeans creates an interesting and very trendy silhouette.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
8 Mar. 2026
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Carlo’s friend Rodrigo persuades him to take up the Flemish cause with Philip, leading to a sword-threatening confrontation.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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This leads us to another revelation of decoherence theory, the one that persuades me that Zurek’s theory now tells a complete story.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
13 Feb. 2026
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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There isn't any research showing that drinking caffeine right after waking up causes an afternoon crash, nor is there evidence that delaying caffeine can prevent it.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
5 Mar. 2026
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Henry’s wife Yasmin (Marisa Abela) ultimately convinces Hayley to accuse Dycker of assault, discrediting his story about Tender, and weaponizing #MeToo-era politics.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
5 Mar. 2026
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Javier Bardem plays Ruben, the boss of an underdog racing team who convinces Sonny to return to the sport to partner with and mentor rookie driver Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris).—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
1 Mar. 2026
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Ground-penetrating radar can detect nonmetallic objects but performs poorly in wet or uneven terrain, or ground covered by vegetation, and often generates high false-alarm rates.—
Sagar Lekhak,
The Conversation,
5 Mar. 2026
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Thanks to Mary Shelley’s telekinetic puppeteering of Ida/Penelope, the feminist rage that sets the story in motion generates exciting and spectacular events.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
4 Mar. 2026
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And Winnipeg must be able to provide the asset quality that satisfies the selling team.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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The result is a cycle that satisfies legal definitions of accountability while leaving unresolved questions about whether training, culture and policy are doing enough to change outcomes.—
Stephen Martin,
Oklahoma Watch,
5 Mar. 2026
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But the letter is yet another representation of the growing consensus on the left against consolidation that brings major news organizations under one roof, particularly when that house is owned by Ellison.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Naomi Fry says that this iteration brings with it a fresh sense of authenticity and vulnerability.—
Caroline Mimbs Nyce,
New Yorker,
6 Mar. 2026
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The top two candidates in the June 2 primary will move on to a November runoff — even if the top finisher in June gets more than 50% of the vote.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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However the filmmakers entirely forget about his story until the end title cards, where the audience gets an update on his whereabouts.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Induces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/induces. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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