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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The callers give a code name or number, further convincing some victims that the gold bar handoff is legitimate.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Some of the largest proposals seeking chunks of Orange County’s lucrative bed tax got the final crack Wednesday at convincing a task force to advance their ideas, which combined would cost billions of dollars.

— Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of convincing

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Barron’s reported in mid-July that Keim tied himself to Mohamed Coulibaly, who allegedly authored a scam to cheat NFL players out of hundreds of thousands of dollars by persuading them to invest in fake Shopify stores.

— Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Explaining what the information means—and persuading people to act on it—becomes more valuable.

— Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of persuading

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That said, meeting the basic standard for forgiveness also involves satisfying several other important requirements, too.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
The Scriptures and textbook are infinitely fresh guidebooks to our unique place in Love’s ever-satisfying divine adventure.

— Tony Lobl, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of satisfying

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The Gold-Studded Structured Crossbody features a structured shape, luxe gold hardware and eye-catching studded details, bringing just the right amount of personality to any look.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
The brand has officially declared August to be Fine Art Month, and to celebrate, Michaels is bringing all sorts of new events, classes, and fine art products to its stores throughout the month.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026

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