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wheedle

/ˈwiːdəl/
Main Example

He managed to wheedle a favor from his friend.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To obtain something by clever or deceptive means.

Other Example

She tried to wheedle some extra candy from her mom.

He was able to wheedle his way into the concert for free.

They managed to wheedle a discount from the store clerk.

Synonyms

wheedle a favor

wheedle out of

wheedle someone

Synonyms

coax

cajole

persuade

wheedle

/ˈwiːdəl/
Main Example

She tried to wheedle a cookie from her mom.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To persuade someone to do something by using flattery or gentle urging.

Other Example

He tried to wheedle his way into the party.

The child wheedled her dad for a new toy.

She managed to wheedle a compliment from her teacher.

Synonyms

wheedle someone into doing something

wheedle out of something

wheedle a favor

Synonyms

coax

cajole

persuade

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