as in to convince
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request
an airtight argument is the only thing that will ever bring him around
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Recent Examples of bring around
The effort is following in the footsteps of the Lake Effect project that was launched in 2013 and brought around 40 artists to the Miller Beach Arts & Creative District to transform 19 walls and alleys into canvases.
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Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
These are the kinds of features with which Apple can bring around naysayers.
—Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 12 June 2025
What To Know Korman told Asbury Park Press that the holiday weekend brought around 100,000 visitors to Seaside Heights.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
The brands bring around 200 pieces, worth multimillions of dollars, and the sell-throughs are usually 100 percent.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
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Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
These are the kinds of features with which Apple can bring around naysayers.
—Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 12 June 2025
What To Know Korman told Asbury Park Press that the holiday weekend brought around 100,000 visitors to Seaside Heights.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
The brands bring around 200 pieces, worth multimillions of dollars, and the sell-throughs are usually 100 percent.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bring around
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The sustained interest has Crawford convinced that demand for cottage cheese isn’t just a passing craze.—
Danielle Wiener-Bronner,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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My 16-year-old daughter finally convinced me to try a heatless curling set, and honestly, it’s saved my hair.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
26 July 2025
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Eventually, the victim is persuaded to contact an IT security representative, who, in fact, is part of the ransomware operation.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
26 July 2025
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During an interview with The Standard, Ozzy admitted that even though he was intoxicated during the violent incident, that didn't persuade him to stop drinking.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
24 July 2025
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What was [satisfying] about that was a lot of those students ended up living very fulfilling lives.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
28 July 2025
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Nuts are a crunchy, satisfying snack packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
28 July 2025
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Every day brings a new word, and everyone around the world is trying to solve the same puzzle.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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This is a rare moment of consensus that might bring hope to a region long plagued by despair, if the US and Israel decide to engage.—
Faisal J. Abbas,
semafor.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Symptoms of the disease, which can take up to 14 days after exposure to show up, include: Cough Fever Headaches Muscle aches Shortness of breath The disease can be treated with antibiotics, and most healthy people who get infected usually get better, but complications are possible.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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