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Melinda Farina, a plastic surgery consultant and patient advocate known as the Beauty Broker, worries that social media is persuading a lot of younger women they need a bleph.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Bard has a small alumni base, he said, so a large part of his job is persuading wealthy people who are not affiliated with the institution to give money.

From New York Times • May 5, 2023

The steep challenge for this group, Grant said, is persuading banks, government agencies and others to accept “self-sovereign” claims, rather than those backed by a DMV or other government agency.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2022

One of Mr Murray's biggest challenges is persuading his major brands, Nike and Adidas, to supply the most-desirable trainers and tracksuits.

From BBC • May 4, 2022

Lady Rose is persuading Sir Noel, who can refuse nothing she wants.

From Norston's Rest by Stephens, Ann S. (Ann Sophia)