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induce

[in-doos, -dyoos] / ɪnˈdus, -ˈdjus /


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Though he knows both Ellis’ and Murphy’s work tends to induce “strong reactions,” he also hopes people will see beyond the “movie poster exterior.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

“That’s lying to induce people to support you.”

From Salon Aug. 1, 2026

Researchers are using controlled, low-dose gamma irradiation on plant tissues to induce stable genetic mutations.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

By manipulating each tank's temperature and pH levels, scientists can simulate future heatwaves and induce coral bleaching to see how fish and other organisms adapt.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

“The effect,” he wrote, “will be to induce people more and more to bring their food with them, and more and more to scatter papers and offal on the ground.”

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson

And while much of the movie induces sidesplitting guffaws, Tremaine said that producer and co-creator Spike Jonze was eager to highlight the sensitive beats shared between the cast.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

"We suspect during the final construction stage the spider adds a pheromone that specifically lures worker ants and induces an aggressive attack, triggering the snare," said Professor Narendra.

From Science Daily Jun. 26, 2026

Tesshi Nakagawa’s scenic design is like a toy kingdom that induces the audience into a state of make-believe.

From Los Angeles Times May 13, 2026

Poornima, a salt pan worker, sips black tea during the day -- saying the hot drink induces sweating in the dry weather to cool the body.

From Barron's May 10, 2026

It induces a kind of psychological claustrophobia that makes one yearn not only for freedom of movement but spiritual escape.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

In his first high-pressure situation of the night, Skubal induced Alex Bregman to fly out on a changeup.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

The difference is that the Obamas appear to like each other and, especially in the early years of his presidency, had palpable chemistry that induced romantic fantasies.

From Salon Jul. 29, 2026

Using induced pluripotent stem cells from people with Alzheimer's disease and healthy individuals, the team created hindbrain organoids containing specialized brain cells, or neurons, that produce the neurotransmitter serotonin.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

He is now in an induced coma with a machine performing the usual function of the heart.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

He hated it, as he hated the Texas plains, the Nevada desert; spaces horizontal and sparsely inhabited had always induced in him a depression accompanied by agoraphobic sensations.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote

But Sasaki bounced back by inducing a double play.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 27, 2026

The reasons range widely, from the need to protect manufacturing for defense purposes, to inducing trading partners to lower their trade barriers.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

Yamamoto stayed in for one more batter, inducing Quero to fly out, before handing the ball over to manager Dave Roberts.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 13, 2026

"Increased cortisol levels help the body respond to immediate stressors by inducing a state of vigilance," said Prof Trevor Hamilton of MacEwan University, corresponding author.

From Science Daily May 3, 2026

“I mean Ted . “Now that’s inducing humility,” Koppel said, laughing.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom




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