persuaded

Example Sentences

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Beattie said he had a long-standing relationship with Burrows and had persuaded him to join the party before he was selected to replace Colin Crawford as the MLA for North Antrim.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

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

Earlier in his career, he persuaded five small towns to incorporate.

From Salon • May 3, 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

Alarmed, the Incorrigible children persuaded him to sit down.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood