TALKING (INTO) Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

talking (into)

verb

present participle of talk (into)

as in convincing

to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request the salesman talked us into buying a new vacuum

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Rolling out these commitments, Amazon seemed bent on convincing Americans that the swelling data center backlash is based on lies.

— Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 2 Oct. 2026
The challenge was convincing Amazon that a Mexican production could deliver the scale and action audiences expect from the genre.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of convincing

Verb

China has sought to capitalize on that opening, not necessarily by persuading countries to choose Beijing over Washington, but by making the choice less binary.

— Luke Fountain, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
Realtors say higher interest rates on mortgages, combined with inflation more broadly, are persuading some people to put off buying homes.

— Maya Huter, NBC news, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of persuading

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The documentary condemns The Swan for manufacturing reality, while offering its own more morally satisfying reality.

— Danielle Pergament, Allure, 29 Sep. 2026
Adding Protein The healthy fats and fiber in avocado toast are satisfying and can help keep you feeling full.

— Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of satisfying

Verb

The midterm election has arrived in Florida, bringing with it clashes for governor, Congress and the state Legislature, consequential constitutional amendments and local races and referenda.

— Miami Herald staff, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2026
Bryan's shirt immediately ignited a debate online, with social media users split over whether the singer was making a courageous political statement or bringing politics into a concert where fans simply came to hear music.

— Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026

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