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Term: persuade

Verb (transitive)

Definition: To convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument.

Example sentence: I tried to persuade my parents to let me go to the party by promising to finish all my homework beforehand.

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Verb (intransitive)

Definition: To have the ability to convince or sway others through effective communication.

Example sentence: The charismatic speaker effortlessly persuaded the audience to support his cause.

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Noun

Definition: The act or process of persuading.

Example sentence: Her persuasive skills were instrumental in closing the important business deal.

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