as in to persuade
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
we convinced him to keep silent about our activities until we could spring the surprise
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Recent Examples of convince
Like many people, just having the knowledge about what’s best for me doesn’t always convince me to make the right decision.
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Steve Vernon, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
In the mid-1950s, the businessman convinced BMW that American enthusiasts were eager for a convertible version of the 501 and 502 coupe.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2025
And, chatting to UK radio station ahead of his title tilt, Hughes said that he isn't convinced the same can be said of his opponent.
—Simon Head, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Álvarez convinced the powers that be to return to post-production after the movie's cinematic release to rework some of the visuals before the domestic launch.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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Steve Vernon, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
In the mid-1950s, the businessman convinced BMW that American enthusiasts were eager for a convertible version of the 501 and 502 coupe.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2025
And, chatting to UK radio station ahead of his title tilt, Hughes said that he isn't convinced the same can be said of his opponent.
—Simon Head, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Álvarez convinced the powers that be to return to post-production after the movie's cinematic release to rework some of the visuals before the domestic launch.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for convince
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convince
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Trump’s self-assuredness in his ability to persuade and coerce a new Axis of Evil is a major perceptional error.—
Richard E. Vatz,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2025
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Just two Republican senators — Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska — voted against advancing Hegseth’s nomination; Democrats are still seeking to persuade others to join them for the final vote, citing accusations about his conduct.—
Andrew Ross Sorkin,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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After that, Plowright enjoyed a career resurgence at the age of 60, satisfying both upmarket tastes and more commercial fare.—
Pan Pylas,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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Ah, the foot mask that launched a thousand gross, yet oddly satisfying videos.—
Amy Wilkinson,
SELF,
16 Jan. 2025
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Such cases bring home the importance of mutually respectful communication when making such requests.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Other than that, the team has discussed casting unknown actors to bring new, young actors into the limelight.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Convince.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convince. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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