sweet-talking

[US]/[ˈswiːt ˈtɑːlɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈswiːt ˈtɔːlɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The act of using flattery to persuade someone.
v.To persuade someone to do something by flattering them.
v. (intransitive)To use flattery to get what one wants.
adj.Using flattery; flattering.

Phrases & Collocations

sweet-talking someone

sweet-talking charm

sweet-talking lies

was sweet-talking

sweet-talking way

sweet-talking gestures

avoiding sweet-talking

sweet-talking routine

sweet-talking skills

endless sweet-talking

Example Sentences

he tried sweet-talking her into lending him money.

the salesman used sweet-talking techniques to close the deal.

don't fall for his sweet-talking; he's just trying to get something from you.

she was immune to his sweet-talking and politely declined.

he's known for his smooth sweet-talking and charming personality.

the politician's sweet-talking campaign speeches won over many voters.

i could see right through his sweet-talking routine.

she sweet-talked her way into getting a better price.

be wary of anyone who uses excessive sweet-talking.

his sweet-talking almost convinced me to invest.

she sweet-talked the security guard into letting her through.

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