How to Use "Convince" with Example Sentences

convince (v): to make someone believe a certain way

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Used with nouns:

"The lawyer will try to convince the jury."
(jury, court, judge, audience)

"The president needs to convince the voters."
(voters, public)

Used with adverbs:

"The lawyer successfully convinced the jury that his client was innocent."
(successfully, effectively)

"He always convinces his friend to do the wrong thing."
(always, often)

"She was easily convinced to donate money."
(easily)

"I'm still not convinced of your innocence."
(still)

Used with verbs:

"She tried to convince her sister to go with her."
(tried to, failed to, wanted to, needed to)

Example sentences:

"How can I convince you to come?"

"Who convinced you to do that?"

"Why are you convinced he is guilty?"

"What convinced you of that?"

"You can try to convince her, but she won't change her mind."