prepossess

verb

Definition of prepossessnext
as in to influence

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  1. influence
  2. dispose
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  • Physical activity, blood pressure, hearing loss, smoking, social isolation, sleep, nutrition, stress management and recovery can all influence our long-term health.
    — Mick Safron, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • In the 19th century, flamenco dancers began using the abanico as an expressive prop, as Cuban song and dance styles such as the guajira influenced the dance form.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026
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  • According to the complaint, Gutierrez Marfil admitted to Cal Fire law enforcement of disposing hot ashes into a burn pile, which then caused fire.
    — Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • This includes indirect feeding, which can happen when feeding other wildlife or when improperly disposing fish scraps.
    — David Goodhue August 27, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
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“Prepossess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prepossess. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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