😉wheedle

verb
/ˈwiːdəl/

Meaning

to persuade or coax someone by using flattery or smooth talk

Example Sentences

She managed to wheedle extra pocket money from her father.

Synonyms

coax, flatter, cajole, charm, sweet-talk

Antonyms

demand, force, insult

Collocations

wheedle money, wheedle permission, wheedle his way

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