convince
verb (used with object)
to move by argument or evidence to belief, agreement, consent, or a course of action.
is convincing
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present progressiveof convince (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Ms. Howard’s voice is convincing in many emotional modes, and acquires extra power because she is unconcerned with perfection.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
"Social media is convincing people they need these supplements to achieve health," says UK-based nutritionist Kristen Stavridis, who feels she is fighting a losing battle, "but more often than not, it's just not true."
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
Goolsbee warned against “front-loading” rate cuts before there is convincing evidence that inflation is moving decisively back toward the Fed’s 2% target.
From Barron's ● Feb. 24, 2026
But Ekeler is convincing: “Over 30 linebackers that I’ve coached have gone to the NFL,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 23, 2026
“The real problem is convincing the board that this kind of research has practical value.”
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
