When you coax someone, you try to convince him gently, with pleasant words and maybe a little flattery. You’ll have to be patient, as you can’t rush someone you’re trying to coax.
To persuade by gentle, insinuating courtesy, flattering, or fondling; to wheedle; to soothe.
Noun
a transmission line for high-frequency signals
Verb
influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering; "He palavered her into going along"
v. t.
To persuade by gentle, insinuating courtesy, flattering,
or fondling; to wheedle; to soothe.
n.
A simpleton; a dupe.
Coax
Coax
To persuade by gentle, insinuating courtesy, flattering, or fondling; to wheedle; to soothe.
A simpleton; a dupe.
Usage Examples
Do not let a flattering woman coax and wheedle you and deceive you she is after your barn.
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Other Usage ExamplesHappiness is like a cat, If you try to coax it or call it, it will avoid you it will never come. But if you pay not attention to it and go about your business, you'll find it rubbing against your legs and jumping into your lap.
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