convince
verb (used with object)
to move by argument or evidence to belief, agreement, consent, or a course of action.
was convincing
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past progressiveof convince.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Baritone Carlos Álvarez was convincing as the troubled Diego, trying hard to keep up a macho veneer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 18, 2026
The video was convincing: A flowing stream filled with the promise of riches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 1, 2025
The seller was convincing, sent photos and a video, and claimed the vehicle was in Scotland.
From BBC ● Nov. 24, 2024
The biggest step in Clark’s development, though, was convincing his heart to embrace playing defense.
From Seattle Times ● May 17, 2024
He overacted the part, but it was convincing enough for the scriv accompanying me.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
