Example Sentences

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That will convince companies to go with Amazon for AI because the current high cost of chips and training AI have many business customers feeling the price often outweighs the benefits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

"Only results will convince them," Martin told BBC Scotland afterwards.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

Ultimately, no amount of incentives will convince people to have kids if they feel financially insecure.

From Salon • May 4, 2025

As Lincoln said before his election: “What will convince them? This, and this only: cease to call slavery wrong and join them in calling it right.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2024

"I wanted to make sure I came today," I babble pleasantly, trying to think of an excuse that will convince her I belong in this house.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse