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as in to cause
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
the medication induced labor
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as in to persuade
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
finally induced the eyewitness to the gangland slaying to cooperate with the police
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Recent Examples of induce
Finally, the formula features squalane, yet another suppleness-inducing ingredient.
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Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
Wilson told the news station doctors decided to induce labor due to the severity of her injuries.
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Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
In the fourth, Johnson gave up a leadoff single to Julio Rodríguez but erased that threat by inducing a double play off the bat of Canzone.
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Doug Miller,
Oc Register,
30 June 2026
For many clients, entering treatment is an anxiety-inducing process that can limit a treatment’s long-term effectiveness.
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Kaitlyn Gomez,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for induce
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
Wilson told the news station doctors decided to induce labor due to the severity of her injuries.
—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
In the fourth, Johnson gave up a leadoff single to Julio Rodríguez but erased that threat by inducing a double play off the bat of Canzone.
—
Doug Miller,
Oc Register,
30 June 2026
For many clients, entering treatment is an anxiety-inducing process that can limit a treatment’s long-term effectiveness.
—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for induce
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The powerful winds are capable of causing catastrophic damage to structures while downing trees and power lines, and producing prolonged power outages.
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In May, authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda declared outbreaks after lab tests detected the spread of Bundibugyo virus, which causes a type of Ebola disease.
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Since Mary Grace’s death, her parents have poured their energy into persuading lawmakers to make camps safer by banning cabins in active flood plains, mandating 24-7 weather monitoring and requiring rigorous annual evacuation training.
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Marketing and communications professionals rely on language to inform, persuade and connect with audiences.
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Both men argue Los Angeles should consider creating a dedicated anti-squatter task force to help law enforcement distinguish legitimate tenant disputes from cases involving criminal conduct.
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The relaxed fit keeps air circulating while the long skirt design creates an effortless silhouette.
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The court date begins a weeklong preliminary hearing where prosecutors aim to convince a Utah judge to allow the trial to move forward.
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Ryan would love nothing more than to help convince the front office to add and give this team a chance down the stretch.
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This horoscope was generated automatically using information from Sanctuary.
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This year’s celebration comes on the heels of a late June warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that released extraordinary amounts of soot and smoke across the county, on par with pollution generated by the previous year’s wildfires.
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If there isn't enough money to satisfy every creditor, state probate laws determine the order in which claims are paid.
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The Justices ruled the president cannot redefine birthright citizenship, and all children who are born in the United States, whether their parents are in the country legally or not, satisfy citizenship requirements in the 14th amendment.
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Camp Meeker Cabin stands as a thoughtful retreat that brings mountain living back to its essentials.
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The ceremony, which brought both families together, was officiated by family friend Adam Sandler.
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On Monday night, Contreras was ejected in the second inning after a check-swing strikeout prompted him to give a sarcastic ABS challenge gesture at the umpire, earning an instant boot.
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Other areas of the West, such as California, have long enacted drought-control measures, prompting some homeowners to paint their grass green rather than see the dismal reminder of their lawn’s death.
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“Induce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/induce. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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