Meaning of the word "twist someone's arm" in English
What does "twist someone's arm" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
twist someone's arm
US /twɪst ˈsʌm.wʌnz ɑːrm/
UK /twɪst ˈsʌm.wʌnz ɑːm/
Idiom
to persuade someone to do something they do not want to do
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I didn't want to go, but she twisted my arm.
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He didn't agree at first, but we managed to twist his arm.
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