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persuasive

[per-sway-siv, -ziv] / pərˈsweɪ sɪv, -zɪv /


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She described him as being "highly persuasive... a complex character" and "exciting to be with".

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Which raises the obvious question: Why has the kitchen become both the most persuasive argument for renting someone’s home and the place where the whole arrangement gets so contentious?

From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2026

Several quarters of consistent evidence would be more persuasive than one strong margin number.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 28, 2026

Lynn Vavreck, a political science and communications studies professor at UCLA, said the persuasive effects of Hilton’s AI videos are likely “limited” as they are most likely being watched by supporters.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026

“Don’t worry about Rosalie,” he said, his eyes wide and persuasive.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer


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