prepossess

verb

Definition of prepossessnext
as in to influence

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  1. influence
  2. dispose
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  • The outcome of this bellwether case is expected to significantly influence whether other states pursue similar legal actions against AI companies.
    — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Despite typically lower participation, voters casting ballots Tuesday said the primary remains an important opportunity to influence which candidates advance to the general election.
    — Sergio Candido, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of influence
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  • Relying Too Much On Garbage Disposals Though the name may be deceiving, garbage disposals aren’t actually designed to dispose of all garbage.
    — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 28 June 2026
  • To dispose of medications, use a drug take-back program or follow specific FDA guidelines for drug disposal.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 27 June 2026
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“Prepossess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prepossess. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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