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dissuasion
[ dih-swey-zhuhn ]
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Word History and Origins
Origin of dissuasion1
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Example Sentences
It is, therefore, peculiarly necessary to those not easily reached by other forms of warning and dissuasion.
This was a step which needed a vast deal of dissuasion on the part of his generals ere he relinquished his mad attempt.
He vouchsafed no explanation, and Clem, though heavy-hearted with anxiety, asked no questions and attempted no dissuasion.
Nick heard pronounced in quick, soft dissuasion and in the now familiar accents of Gabriel Nash.
Several times while I was seeking permission to go up on the structure I was treated to stories like this and to mild dissuasion.
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