seduce

US /səˈduːs/

UK /səˈduːs/

entice (someone) into sexual activity

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He tried to seduce her with flattery and expensive gifts.

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The novel describes how a charming rogue attempts to seduce a virtuous woman.

attract (someone) to a belief or into a course of action

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The promise of quick profits can seduce investors into risky ventures.

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The idea of freedom and adventure seduced him to leave his stable job.