proselytize

Example Sentences

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While I don’t mean to proselytize to those who would rather stay home than go to the movie theater — alright, I do just a little bit — there is nothing like the theatrical experience.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025

“There’s no proselytizing because our church doesn’t proselytize or try to convert anyone — they just talk.”

From Seattle Times • Dec. 11, 2023

I’m not here to proselytize, but if you have a hankering to join in on the photo fun, tools like Wikishootme show you nearby landmarks that need photos.

From Slate • Oct. 5, 2023

“As tourism has been growing, it’s also an opportunity – not to proselytize, but to discover the deep meaning of what they can see,” Turull said.

From Washington Times • Jul. 20, 2023

Our policy was to be friendly, to take an interest, to compliment them on their achievements, but not to proselytize.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela