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bend

[bend] / bɛnd /




VERB
persuade; influence
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Example Sentences

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“The Blue Trail” is lyrical science fiction that takes place just around the next bend.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

How much longer will Johnson bend his knee?

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

He published it at age 59, when his own adventures in nervous-system regulation allowed him to bend his formerly stiff body backwards into a plow pose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Taylor said Lonsdale failed to notice a sign warning of the bend before her car left the road and hit a tree.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

In one swoop, I bend over, snatch the watch case, and run for the car.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller