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
The magnet’s movement over the copper block induces a current in the block, which, in turn, generates an opposing magnetic field, producing heat.
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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
For some, the word induces dread.
—Anna Furman, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
Research by one of us finds that strict land-use regulation induces developers to pursue smaller projects and ultimately fragments the building industry.
—Chris Elmendorf, Mercury News, 5 Dec. 2025
The powerful appetite suppression that induces fat loss can induce muscle loss too.
—Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 28 Nov. 2025
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
For some, the word induces dread.
—Anna Furman, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
Research by one of us finds that strict land-use regulation induces developers to pursue smaller projects and ultimately fragments the building industry.
—Chris Elmendorf, Mercury News, 5 Dec. 2025
The powerful appetite suppression that induces fat loss can induce muscle loss too.
—Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 28 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for induces
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Unlike regular food containers, the ProKeeper creates a tighter seal by pressing up against the guac to keep it green for days (and plenty of tortilla chips) to come.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
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That restriction creates a dysfunctional cycle that ultimately contributes to back pain.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
15 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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Most of the passengers are content to wait for the driver to figure things out, but Folarin persuades a passing truck driver to take him and his sons the rest of the way.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 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.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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To do so, Nguyen advises maintaining proper form, controlling the weight through the full range of motion and avoiding any movement that causes sudden pain.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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But Saccharine slips off the rails, especially once Hana convinces Josie that Bertha’s spirit has latched onto her in malevolent ways, growing bigger and stronger all the time.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Feb. 2026
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But the feint convinces almost no one, because Newsom is perhaps the least Falstaffian man in wine.—
Nathan Heller,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
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The installation generates steam using CO₂-free electricity and recovers low-temperature waste heat from the paper manufacturing process.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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The company launched its first product, Marble, late last year, which generates 3D environments from text or image prompts, and says the new capital will accelerate work in those areas.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Redlands school officials said the suspension of privileges will remain in place until a student satisfies certain conditions, such as attending a session of Saturday school or performing four hours of community service.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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Since then, the British government has worked tirelessly to carve out a deal that satisfies Mauritius without losing its defensive foothold.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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To me, a vision brings alignment — internally with our staff, and externally with our customers, stakeholders, and partners.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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One of the best times to visit Bogotá is in August, when the annual Festival de Verano brings the city together for free concerts, sports, and cultural activities.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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If the justices agree to hear oral arguments, the 90-day clock gets re-set, possibly pushing a final decision back to as late as October.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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For its opening, the Costa Mesa location is offering a choice deal where $5 gets you two slices and a beverage.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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