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cajoling

The correct spelling is cajoling.

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verb

Say it like: Caj-oli-ng

The correct spelling is cajoling. To persuade someone to do something which they are reluctant to do, especially by flattery or promises; to coax. For example: "Threats and cajolings failed to convince her."

Usage Examples

Threats and cajolings failed to convince her.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To persuade someone to do something which they are reluctant to do, especially by flattery or promises; to coax.

noun

  1. 1.The act of one who cajoles

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