persuasion
Example Sentences
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The power of friendship, the power of persuasion.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026
Crompton said the organisation had "no issue" with anyone from any political persuasion visiting the cafe.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Notably, plaintiffs don’t have to prove that adultery was involved, as the alienation-of-affection claim covers emotional persuasion.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
It reflects a movement that has, to a significant degree, abandoned the project of persuasion in favor of the consolidation of identity.
From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026
“I disagree,” I said, attempting to bring all my powers of persuasion to bear.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
Vocabulary lists containing persuasion
Academic Vocabulary Toolkit 1, Words 61-70
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