talks (into)

verb

present tense third-person singular of talk (into)
as in convinces
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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  1. convinces
  2. persuades
  3. satisfies
Verb
  • Greenblatt found the first frequently convinces the second that the work is fine.
    — Craig S. Smith, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • It’s already been established that Ted is returning to coach the team, though what exactly convinces him to come back is a reveal saved for the premiere itself.
    — Rachel LaBonte, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of convinces
Verb
  • Despite the warning, Max persuades both the guide and the rest of the group to choose the red path instead.
    — Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 29 July 2026
  • The open question is whether Wednesday’s beat and share price jump is just a blip, or the catalyst that persuades investors to give the stock a more durable re-rating.
    — Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 23 July 2026
Definition of persuades
Verb
  • In two or more dimensions, both of these lines count as fractals — that’s because a line takes up no area and leaves most of the surrounding space empty, which satisfies the condition of having many holes.
    — Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 12 Aug. 2026
  • This creamy and cozy casserole is somehow still perfectly light and bright, as friendly as a summer side that satisfies those buttery cravings.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of satisfies
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“Talks (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talks%20%28into%29. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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