TALKING (INTO) Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

talking (into)

verb

present participle of talk (into)

as in convincing

to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request the salesman talked us into buying a new vacuum

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Why expend so much money convincing an audience to trust what a studio is selling when a digital filmmaker has already established that trust with their millions of followers?

— Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026
Someone who is interested in her findings, of course, is Horwitz, a former political journo newly appointed to the WSJ’s tech beat — and still convincing his icy new boss (Betty Gilpin, of course) that tech is politics in this day and age.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of convincing

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RatHat relies heavily on persuading people to sideload malicious apps.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Any legal maneuvers could take months to play out and may have the effect of persuading his targets to postpone any plans to leave the Fed, as Powell has already done.

— Matt Peterson, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of persuading

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The documentary condemns The Swan for manufacturing reality, while offering its own more morally satisfying reality.

— Danielle Pergament, Allure, 29 Sep. 2026
Adding Protein The healthy fats and fiber in avocado toast are satisfying and can help keep you feeling full.

— Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of satisfying

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There is a risk of flash flooding, with the storm bringing 4 to 8 inches across southern Alabama, the Florida Panhandle and Big Bend, and southwest Georgia, according to the advisory.

— Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026
Back at the hotel, the rooftop pool offers a welcome reset after a day exploring DTLA, while the gym is well-equipped and justifies bringing a set of workout clothes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026

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