wheedle

🇬🇧 UK/'hwi:dl/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

v.

To persuade or coax someone using flattery or charm; to obtain something by such means.

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🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
wheedleother
=wheedle

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    He tried to wheedle money out of his wealthy uncle for the business venture.

  • 2.

    Don't let her wheedle you into agreeing to something you don't want to do.

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