reason with
phrasal verb
reasoned with; reasoning with; reasons with
: to talk with (someone) in a sensible way in order to try to change that person's thoughts or behavior
They tried to reason with him, but he wouldn't listen.
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Strawberries are nutritious for a number of reasons with their high-fiber content – more than 4 grams per cup – topping the list.
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
In one October 2013 email, Mahler reasoned with Epstein, who was frustrated by the lack of progress in the search.
—John Diedrich, jsonline.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Boucher wrapped an arm around Westbrook’s shoulder and leaned in, speaking calmly as Westbrook continued to reason with him.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 31 Jan. 2026
Churchgoers can be seen either fleeing the sanctuary, sitting frozen in their seats or trying to reason with the intruders.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 24 Jan. 2026
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 14 Feb. 2026
In one October 2013 email, Mahler reasoned with Epstein, who was frustrated by the lack of progress in the search.
—John Diedrich, jsonline.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Boucher wrapped an arm around Westbrook’s shoulder and leaned in, speaking calmly as Westbrook continued to reason with him.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 31 Jan. 2026
Churchgoers can be seen either fleeing the sanctuary, sitting frozen in their seats or trying to reason with the intruders.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 24 Jan. 2026
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“Reason with.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reason%20with. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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