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To deceive with flattery or fair words; to wheedle.

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  1. v. i. To deceive with flattery or fair words; to wheedle.
  2. v. influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
  3. To deceive with flattery or fair words; to wheedle. I am not about to cajole or flatter you into a reception of my views. F. W. Robertson. Syn. -- To flatter; wheedle; delude; coax; entrap.
  4. To deceive with flattery or fair words; to wheedle.I am not about to cajole or flatter you into a reception of my views.F. W. Robertson.
  5. v:100 v influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering