1
as in religions
a body of beliefs and practices regarding the supernatural and the worship of one or more deities
debating theology with someone of a different persuasion
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as in beliefs
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
he's of the persuasion that everything that happens in this world is part of a divine plan
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Recent Examples of persuasions
To be sure, restricting voting access can negatively impact voters of all political persuasions.
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Celina Stewart, Time, 8 Mar. 2026
In the meantime, Americans of all political persuasions should welcome the news.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
The files are more proof that elites of all persuasions seem plenty comfortable saying the quiet part out loud or engaging in egregious, shameless behavior, banking on a culture that has given up on demanding consequences.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
Colleges and universities nationwide continue to grapple with polemic issues associated with the fair treatment of individuals of differing backgrounds, political persuasions, and sexuality.
—Blake D. Morant, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Reactions to this tragedy from friends on social media align completely with their political persuasions.
—Gwen Faulkenberry, Arkansas Online, 15 Jan. 2026
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins believes the key to her election victory Tuesday — the first for a Democrat in almost 30 years — was her outreach to people of all political persuasions.
—CBS News, 10 Dec. 2025
Users may wrongly assume chatbots are neutral or not programmed with pre-existing attitudes and persuasions, though research shows even minor asymmetries in language can influence decisions.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2025
Big box retailers have increasingly been drawn into the nation's culture wars as shoppers of all political persuasions wield their wallets to make their beliefs known at the cash register and on social media.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025
Celina Stewart, Time, 8 Mar. 2026
In the meantime, Americans of all political persuasions should welcome the news.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
The files are more proof that elites of all persuasions seem plenty comfortable saying the quiet part out loud or engaging in egregious, shameless behavior, banking on a culture that has given up on demanding consequences.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
Colleges and universities nationwide continue to grapple with polemic issues associated with the fair treatment of individuals of differing backgrounds, political persuasions, and sexuality.
—Blake D. Morant, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Reactions to this tragedy from friends on social media align completely with their political persuasions.
—Gwen Faulkenberry, Arkansas Online, 15 Jan. 2026
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins believes the key to her election victory Tuesday — the first for a Democrat in almost 30 years — was her outreach to people of all political persuasions.
—CBS News, 10 Dec. 2025
Users may wrongly assume chatbots are neutral or not programmed with pre-existing attitudes and persuasions, though research shows even minor asymmetries in language can influence decisions.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2025
Big box retailers have increasingly been drawn into the nation's culture wars as shoppers of all political persuasions wield their wallets to make their beliefs known at the cash register and on social media.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persuasions
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Raskin praised Huffman for speaking out for the separation of church and state while showing respect for all religions and without attacking people for their faith.—
Alexei Koseff,
San Francisco Chronicle,
16 Mar. 2026
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Nearly 1 in 5 Americans believed in QAnon four years ago, an alt-right extremist fantasy that was as popular as some major religions.—
Megan Thiele Strong,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Moon, planet of emotions, soars into your 9th House of Philosophy today, encouraging you to explore ideas, cultures, or beliefs that soften sharp edges.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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The moderator also congratulated all nominees and the presenters and winners who expressed their beliefs on air.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
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Young girls being swept away with various cults.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
12 Mar. 2026
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There is a prevalent sentiment among documentary filmmakers that most streamers and distributors are only interested in projects about the three C's — cults, crime and celebrities.—
Davi Merchan,
NPR,
4 Mar. 2026
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In 2016, the Hilton took over and revamped it with colonial Art Deco stylings and a random faux dinosaur skeleton that divided opinions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Broward residents did an amazing job contacting officials and voicing their opinions.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
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Stratt needs the world’s best minds at her disposal, and Grace is one of them.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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Often described during his time in Congress as one of the upper chamber’s most independent minds, Manchin expressed sweeping concern that Cornyn recently flip-flopped on the long-standing Senate maneuver, which is designed to force a spirit of open debate and compromise.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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The attack illustrated the care news outlets must take in reporting during wartime, and the responsibilities of American journalists to report the perspective of countries its government views as enemies.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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The rooms Quiet luxury is the name of the game at Amanyara and the resort consists of one-to-two bedroom pavilions and three-to-six bedroom villas, each surrounded by forest, with park or ocean views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Your 12th House of Subtlety wakes as the Moon settles into Aries, inviting gentle reflection by writing a private note to capture feelings before obligations crowd your day.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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But for as much as Rick and Morty understands geekdom and storytelling conventions, the secret sauce is how much the series is interested in understanding feelings.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
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The prosecution and 2023 convictions against Becciu and others had been held up by the Vatican and late pope as evidence of his willingness to crack down on financial misconduct in the Holy See.—
NICOLE WINFIELD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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Federal data did not disclose whether any had faced criminal charges or convictions.—
Daniella Silva,
NBC news,
17 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Persuasions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persuasions. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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