Example Sentences

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While his sinking two-seam fastball was inducing soft contact and easy outs, he was seeking a complementary weapon to put more batters away.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2023

His fastball buzzed by at 95 mph, his slider was inducing swings and misses and he was throwing the ball where he wanted.

From Washington Post • Apr. 15, 2014

His proudest political feat was inducing Republicans to agree to legislation naming a new Washington street after his State.

From Time Magazine Archive

He was inducing Cecil to be 'bound for me for the £500, which I stand in danger to the Widow Smith for.'

From Sir Walter Ralegh A Biography by Stebbing, W. (William)

His first victory was inducing her to make friends with Lilian.

From Wee Wifie by Carey, Rosa Nouchette