persuaded

Example Sentences

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For the deputy, that success confirmed the effectiveness of a system he had persuaded the department to adopt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Over time, Lee persuaded his dad to update the washing tunnel and add a second vacuum line to handle more cars.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

But this triggered an outcry and authorities were persuaded to approve a privately financed rescue plan proposed by two wealthy entrepreneurs.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

In the end, county officials were persuaded to act.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2026

He’d persuaded Marco not to kill him by promising to explain the map.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook