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Suasion

usgb/ˈsweɪʒn/Volume
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Subtle Influence

Suasion implies a more subtle method of influencing, rather than force or direct orders.

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Through careful suasion, he steered the committee towards a consensus.
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Non-Coercive

'Suasion' often suggests non-coercive means, focusing on conversation and reasoning.

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She relied on her gift of suasion to mediate conflicts.
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Not Always Verbal

Suasion isn't always about words. It can include the power of example or demonstration.

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His suasion was not just in his speeches, but in his actions too.
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