induce

Example Sentences

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He compares it to the process by which water evaporates from a trees' leaves, inducing a pumping effect that draws more water up through the plant's trunk and along its branches to replenish the leaves.

From BBC

But the opener's gung-ho approach cost him against the pace of Archer who fired down a bouncer and induced a top edge to wicketkeeper Jamie Smith.

From Barron's

Medics initially believed he would not survive after he was placed in an induced coma for four months, the trial heard.

From BBC

But mounting bills and the prospect of losing the family home induce him to change his mind.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Liability for copyright infringement is not limited to direct infringers, but extends to those who induce, cause or materially contribute to the infringement of others," Clement said.

From Barron's