overpersuading

verb

present participle of overpersuade
as in talking (into)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overpersuading
  1. persuading
  2. convincing
  3. bringing
  4. brainwashing
  5. inducing
  6. selling
  7. bringing around
  8. influencing
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  • The king’s openness in talking about his diagnosis has been credited with persuading more men to be tested for prostate cancer and other forms of the disease.
    — Danica Kirka, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Every significant change requires persuading governments that frequently disagree on nearly everything else.
    — Bethany Mandel, The Washington Examiner, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of persuading
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  • Warner’s deal with Suno appears to also require at least some degree of artist opt-in, and in general, convincing artists and managers may prove to be a challenge.
    — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The play opens with Leontes convincing himself that a pregnant Hermione has been sleeping with his friend Polixenes, the king of Bohemia (played by Gilbert Owuor).
    — Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of convincing
Verb
  • Tropical Storm Lala is expected to strengthen to a hurricane before reaching Hawaii’s Big Island this weekend, forecasters said Friday, bringing heavy rains that can cause destructive flooding and strong winds that can fuel wildfires.
    — Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Mercury conjoins Jupiter in Leo and your 2nd House of Resources, bringing growth to money, pricing, possessions, comfort, and self-worth.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of bringing
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  • Maurice is convinced that Tall Pines is brainwashing teens and then sending them to who-knows-where to work as spies.
    — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
Definition of brainwashing
Verb
  • Those going into Oak Street blind should be prepared for a few gasp-inducing surprises.
    — Megan McCluskey, Time, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Olson’s comedic strengths were on full display as DJ when creating some of the show’s most cringe-inducing and tender moments.
    — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of inducing
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  • There are concerns around selling the versatile Spence but new signing Andy Robertson will provide competition at left-back for Destiny Udogie, while Archie Gray can cover Pedro Porro on the opposite side.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Another state-run newspaper, Global New Light of Myanmar, said authorities asked street food vendors selling high-risk items to close for about three days to curb the spread.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of selling
Verb
  • Thursday and Friday A third storm system is set to arrive in the Los Angeles region Thursday, bringing around a quarter of an inch to half an inch of rain in the coast and valley areas and up to an inch in the mountains.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Definition of bringing around
Verb
  • Founders will notice hesitation, enthusiasm, chemistry, confidence, uncertainty, who’s influencing the room, whether the customer is actually excited.
    — Alison Coleman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • How Craig plays will go a long way in influencing TCU’s entire season.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of influencing
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