wheedling

[US]/ˈwiːd.lɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈwiːd.lɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.the present participle of wheedle, meaning to obtain something by coaxing or flattery

Phrases & Collocations

wheedling tone

wheedling request

wheedling manner

wheedling smile

wheedling voice

wheedling child

wheedling words

wheedling plea

wheedling approach

wheedling flattery

Example Sentences

she was wheedling her parents for a new phone.

he tried wheedling his way into the exclusive club.

the child was wheedling for extra dessert after dinner.

she has a talent for wheedling favors from her friends.

he was wheedling the teacher for an extension on his assignment.

the puppy was wheedling its owner for a treat.

she used her charm for wheedling support for her project.

he was wheedling his way out of trouble with a smile.

the salesperson was wheedling customers into buying more products.

she was wheedling her way back into his good graces.

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