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persuasion n. [
suasion] the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action
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persuasion n. [
opinion, sentiment, view, thought] a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty; "my opinion differs from yours"; "I am not of your persuasion"; "what are your thoughts on Haiti?"
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