as in influences
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to cause (someone) to be more likely to behave in a particular way or to be affected by a particular condition
Past experiences have predisposed her to distrust people. Researchers have identified a gene that may predispose some people to the disease.
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Recent Examples of predisposes
The substance also damages airways and predisposes individuals to develop many chronic lung diseases including asthma and chronic obstructive lung disease.
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Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for predisposes
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Their lab now influences how global companies specify components and design for longevity, safety, and ROI, helping prevent thermal runaway propagation, mitigate corrosion, and elevate system ruggedness.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Culture influences attitudes, which drive behaviors, which ultimately shape demand and capital allocation.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Fueled by rage and an insatiable desire for freedom, Isaac persuades Charles to keep the plantation.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
28 Aug. 2025
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Authenticity, not polish, is increasingly what persuades.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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The indie follows Christie, a timid 30-something who, after an unexpected positive pregnancy test, convinces her free-spirited best friend Ally (Ruffin) to help her track down her birth mother.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
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Turns out, the possibility of the pirate using the Foundation’s whisper-ships is what finally convinces them to start listening.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Vulture,
29 Aug. 2025
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The president proposes, and Congress disposes The US Congress, however, was not pleased by this.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
3 Sep. 2025
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This output force enabled the robot to traverse difficult to navigate terrains—including soil, rough stone, PVC, glass, wood, and inclines between 5 and 15 degrees—while keeping a consistent speed.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Predisposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/predisposes. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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