persuade
Example Sentences
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According to Zoltan Kiszelly, the crucial factor will be whether Fidesz can persuade their supporters to get out on polling day.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
The Gulf state has begun a campaign to persuade the U.S. and allies in Europe and Asia to open the waterway by any means necessary.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Lawyers for the companies have already vowed to appeal, insisting that they can persuade higher courts to nix these awards as a misapplication of the law.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
“He could persuade the networks to take a risk on something risky.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
I knew that what I was saying wouldn't persuade Chapman, but I felt the need to say it anyway.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.