as in to win (over)
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The Commonwealth is trying to convince the judge to either allow Cox to self-represent on all charges or have the public defender represent Cox on all the charges, rather than allow Cox to self represent on only some of the charges.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026 -
During his address to Congress — which was the longest ever — the president tried to convince Americans that the nation overall is doing well.—
Grace Miserocchi,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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While working there, Anderson persuaded Burkle to provide him with $100,000 in seed capital to launch his lobbying firm Platinum Advisors, according to the complaint filed by Burkle’s company.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Wellington said the victim was persuaded to convert assets into gold and provided it to individuals who posed as couriers.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2026
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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
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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
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The last one, Hell, which aired on Peacock, is an anxiety-inducing ride through a Great American Songbook reinvented entirely by Fleming’s stress dreams.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2026
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The woman ultimately gave birth without being induced, and the Illinois Supreme Court later dismissed the ACLU’s petition as moot.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Strikes have continued throughout the weekend, killing civilians, damaging property and bringing air and water traffic to a standstill.—
Frederik Pleitgen,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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His goal Saturday was his 32nd of the season, bringing him within one of tying his career high.—
Lia Assimakopoulos,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
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These weekly dining dates do more than satisfy an appetite.—
Laura Berrios,
AJC.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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Nut butters, like almond butter and peanut butter, are known to help satisfy hunger cravings and contain key nutrients to keep you feeling full.—
T'Keyah Bazin,
Verywell Health,
3 Mar. 2026
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Mahdawi also has an ongoing case in federal district court arguing he was unlawfully detained.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Pedestrianization often faces local political hurdles, but is usually hailed as a success once implemented, The Guardian argued.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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Johnson made a 3 and then converted fast-break layup for a three-point play to push the lead to 30.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Mead's homer in the third put Australia up 3-1 after the Czechs failed to convert a double play early in the inning that eventually gave Mead a chance to bat.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Reason (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reason%20%28with%29. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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