Meaning of the word coax in English

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coax

US /koʊks/

UK /koʊks/

persuade (someone) gradually or by flattery to do something

Example:

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He tried to coax her into singing.

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She had to coax the child to eat his vegetables.

Synonym:

persuade cajole wheedle beguile entice

manipulate (a device) with care and persistence to achieve a desired result

Example:

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He had to coax the old engine to start.

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She carefully coaxed the thread through the needle's eye.

Synonym:

manipulate guide ease extract draw

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Related Word:

coaxing