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as in religions
a body of beliefs and practices regarding the supernatural and the worship of one or more deities
debating theology with someone of a different persuasion
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as in beliefs
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
he's of the persuasion that everything that happens in this world is part of a divine plan
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Recent Examples of persuasions
Most people get information about politics and current events not from newspapers but from social media, which discourages engagement with human beings of different political persuasions.
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Jeffrey Rosen,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2026
Tuesday's protest gathered people of all ages and political persuasions as Milei faces declining approval ratings over slumping economic activity, falling wages and climbing unemployment.
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ABC News,
12 May 2026
While ashy shades of all persuasions have been trending lately, this incredibly striking look transforms black hair with cool ashy gray balayage.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2026
In order to stave off potentially bruising losses in November, Republicans of all persuasions are working to get on the same messaging page to pitch voters on why their party should stay fully in power over the next few years.
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Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
McCoy emphasized that the desire to incorporate more democratic oversight on the growth and development of artificial intelligence should unite people from all political persuasions who often otherwise disagree with each other.
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Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
19 Mar. 2026
To be sure, restricting voting access can negatively impact voters of all political persuasions.
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Celina Stewart,
Time,
8 Mar. 2026
In the meantime, Americans of all political persuasions should welcome the news.
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Editorial,
Boston Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
Colleges and universities nationwide continue to grapple with polemic issues associated with the fair treatment of individuals of differing backgrounds, political persuasions, and sexuality.
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Blake D. Morant,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Jeffrey Rosen,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2026
Tuesday's protest gathered people of all ages and political persuasions as Milei faces declining approval ratings over slumping economic activity, falling wages and climbing unemployment.
—
ABC News,
12 May 2026
While ashy shades of all persuasions have been trending lately, this incredibly striking look transforms black hair with cool ashy gray balayage.
—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2026
In order to stave off potentially bruising losses in November, Republicans of all persuasions are working to get on the same messaging page to pitch voters on why their party should stay fully in power over the next few years.
—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
McCoy emphasized that the desire to incorporate more democratic oversight on the growth and development of artificial intelligence should unite people from all political persuasions who often otherwise disagree with each other.
—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
19 Mar. 2026
To be sure, restricting voting access can negatively impact voters of all political persuasions.
—
Celina Stewart,
Time,
8 Mar. 2026
In the meantime, Americans of all political persuasions should welcome the news.
—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
Colleges and universities nationwide continue to grapple with polemic issues associated with the fair treatment of individuals of differing backgrounds, political persuasions, and sexuality.
—
Blake D. Morant,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persuasions
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Zoroastrianism’s core tenets – a single God, the cosmic struggle between good and evil – are widely believed by historians to have formed the theological groundwork for the major Abrahamic religions.
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Solstices are often associated with pagan religions and draw revelers of different faiths.
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But Manfred also acknowledged that MLB has tried to avoid putting players in the position of being required to take part in commemorative events that may conflict with their religious beliefs or values.
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Greenspan embraced some of her beliefs and paid tribute to her in his 2007 memoir.
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Perhaps a book that couched Castaneda’s story more deeply in the context of the ’70s counterculture and the nature of cults past and present would make his story clearer.
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That’s obviously why the book is structured around six cults.
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Because in a country increasingly divided by social justice causes and their opposing viewpoints, fans increasingly care where their sports teams stand — sometimes to fans' glee or chagrin — depending on whether their opinions agree with that of their teams or leagues.
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The price supposedly settles where those opinions meet.
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In the absence of an official investigation, the incident last September has been magnified, and perhaps embellished, in the minds of veterans living on the campus, a community defined by the vulnerability of physical disability, substance use and trauma.
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Le Cren’s interviews with team members and coaches consistently hit home how sports competition strengthens bodies and minds to bring out the best in people — confidence, cooperation, leadership, skills and tenacity.
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Hike, walk, run or bike the flat trails at Cochran Shoals, with beautiful views of the Chattahoochee River, plenty of woods and marshes to explore, and a few 5K training loops.
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Though the snowcapped mountain landscapes are quite visible from just about any of the estate’s rooms—including the six bedrooms and great room with high ceilings and a fireplace—the views are best from this particular terrace.
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Pets can have a positive impact on our mood by reducing feelings of anxiety and sadness.
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And second, showing up alone can create some feelings of anxiety even for the most outgoing people.
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More than a dozen national and international journalism associations wrote a joint letter calling on the government to withdraw its case after the men's convictions were upheld by a lower court of appeal in March.
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In the six cases, Ramsey County Attorney John Choi criticized McGee's characterization of events, but said his conclusions did not impact any of the convictions.
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“Persuasions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persuasions. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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