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bend

[bend] / bɛnd /




VERB
persuade; influence
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In all, this show has the power to favorably bend even the opinions of those skeptical about abstract sculpture.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Workers bend the branches down with a hook-shaped tool made of PVC pipe, helping people reach handfuls of cherries.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

As the world's richest man, with a net-worth of over three-quarters of a trillion dollars, Elon Musk's resources and connections often make it easy for him bend Silicon Valley to his will.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

In the meantime, no one seems to know what will happen when the buses from Austin, Houston and Dallas round the bend on Highway 39 next month—if they are allowed to.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

I bend carefully as I tuck the books into the bottom shelves.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day




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