overpersuaded

past tense of overpersuade

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for overpersuaded
Verb
  • After the trial, it was rumored that the jury had initially been split 9-3 for acquittal, and that the minority was brought around by the expert testimony.
    Louis Menand, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
  • The initial move brought around 35 brands to Mexico for the first time, including Isima by Shakira, Peach & Lily, Orebella, Ulta Beauty Collection, Morphe, Bubble, about-face, Ouai, Half Magic and Kitsch.
    Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • But if you're not convinced yet, check out even more info on Trade's website or browse some of the bestselling subscription plans below to get started.
    Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 8 June 2026
  • But the locals on the island are convinced the town is cursed, and don’t necessarily approve of bringing tourists into the mix.
    Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Verb
  • That’s because people could be persuaded to sell shares off to wealthy investors for a quicker payout, rather than holding on to them and letting their wealth compound.
    Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
  • Amanda defended Cady when he was charged with the murder of his wife and unborn child, and ultimately persuaded him to take a plea deal.
    Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • That chased Lake Creek starter Tripp Riley, a sophomore, and Caden Whitworth came on in relief and promptly induced a double-play comebacker and a popout to center to end the inning.
    Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 June 2026
  • Winn entered for left-hander Erik Miller with one out and runners on first and second in the eighth and induced an inning-ending 5-3 double play thanks to an excellent play from third baseman Matt Chapman.
    Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • According to Oliveira, onlookers were amazed by the size of the shark as it was brought closer to shore.
    Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
  • Although Edeme never claimed to have invented the technique, she has widely been credited as the person who brought the style back into the fore.
    Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • The siblings had been brainwashed, abused and groomed while growing up in a cult led by Bernie Hoffman, an apocalyptic preacher and false prophet known to the world as Tony Alamo.
    Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
  • These young girls have been brainwashed by a political movement that exists to disenfranchise them.
    Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 6 May 2026
Verb
  • Up to 13,000 grapevine plants potentially infected by the bacteria have been sold across a total of 24 Northern and Central California counties, the CDFA said.
    Seamus Bozeman Follow, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
  • Bernardo Silva, for instance, made one appearance for Benfica before being sold to Monaco.
    James Horncastle, New York Times, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • Alternative Rock The modern pop paradigm has been greatly influenced by Jack Antonoff, the producer du jour who cut his teeth in such bands as fun.
    Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
  • Offer availability, placement, and display are determined by the third party and may be influenced by compensation and other factors.
    Liz Knueven, CNBC, 12 June 2026
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“Overpersuaded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overpersuaded. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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