Example Sentences

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But there is little evidence that the AI ads, in themselves, are persuading new voters.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

But “better treatment options and awareness” are persuading more people to seek infertility care, he said.

From Washington Post • Apr. 4, 2023

You present reasoning to frame evidence that supports your opinions, whether you are persuading a friend to go to a certain restaurant, or persuading your supervisor to change your work schedule.

From Textbooks • Dec. 21, 2021

The results are persuading some doctors to stop using the drug for COVID-19.

From Science Magazine • Jun. 9, 2020

Jerome, you do not realize what a dishonorable thing this is you are persuading me to do?”

From Belford's Magazine, Volume II, No. 8, January, 1889 by Various