reason (with)

verb

Definition of reason (with)next
as in to win (over)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reason (with)
  1. convince
  2. persuade
  3. bring around
  4. induce
  5. bring
  6. satisfy
  7. argue
  8. convert
Verb
  • No economic pressure will convince people here to make a deal.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The new president will need to convince investors that Brazil can stabilize its debt trajectory, said Alejo Czerwonko, a fellow at the Atlantic Council.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of convince
Verb
  • The university admissions replacement system still has to be designed, and legal changes may be needed — leaving crucial decisions unresolved even as the government seeks to persuade students to end their protests.
    — Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The challenge was not simply to persuade undecided voters, but to get those who already preferred him to show up at the polls.
    — Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of persuade
Verb
  • In the video, Musk says the site will bring around 10,000 jobs to Louisiana.
    — Drew Hawkins, NPR, 20 Sep. 2026
  • El Grito Chicago is expected to bring around 17,000 people per day to Grant Park this weekend for food, fun and live entertainment.
    — Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of bring around
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  • Mattresses and linens are unsurprisingly comfortable—the Langham’s bedding has, after all, become synonymous with inducing deep slumbers.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Gaps where electrons can sit, called holes, can also induce superconductivity at not-so-cold temperatures, just in a slightly different way.
    — Sven Badoux, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of induce
Verb
  • Tariffs cannot build a better car The problem is, protection alone cannot make an American factory more productive, lower the cost of a battery, or bring a better vehicle to market.
    — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • As the first Laika movie explicitly set in Portland, the studio looked for inspiration in their own backyards for how to bring the universe of Colin Meloy's titular novel to life.
    — Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of bring
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  • In true dump cake style, add all ingredients to create a pumpkin filling and top with boxed yellow cake mix and butter to create a warm, satisfying dessert that’s perfect for holidays and weeknights.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The salty bacon and fluffy eggs formed that classic breakfast flavor, while the potatoes added a satisfying heartiness without weighing the taco down.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of satisfy
Verb
  • Rubio has argued that before holding new elections, Venezuela must stabilize its economy and rebuild its institutions, including its courts and electoral council.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Catholics have used Scripture to argue for and against deportations and strict immigration enforcement.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of argue
Verb
  • The challenge is converting it into affordable products at scale, something China has become remarkably effective at doing.
    — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Bloom, which makes fuel cells that can convert everything from fossil fuels to hydrogen into electricity, also raised its full-year revenue outlook.
    — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of convert
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“Reason (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reason%20%28with%29. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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