Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coaxing (out)
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Her husband joined her in 1999 after obtaining a visa.—
Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
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No other property or business owners in the city have applied to form an entertainment district, which is part of obtaining a common consumption license.—
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Maxwell is eligible for release in 2037 after serving a 20-year sentence for procuring girls for Epstein, who was found dead in a federal jail in New York City before his trial in 2019.—
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For the first time in over a decade, the comedian returns to the stage for a stand-up that touches on everything from tackling anxiety to procuring cat medication.—
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Apart from his on-field performance, Carson has emerged as one of college football’s top earners in the new NIL era, securing lucrative partnerships with brands such as Beats by Dre and Chipotle, according to Front Office Sports.—
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The stock, which had been priced at $45, opened at $70 and ended the day above $60, propelled by a 2025 surge in federal space and defense spending and headlines the company won after successfully landing a craft on the moon and securing more contracts.—
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A week after a 27-10 road win at Syracuse, North Carolina turned in a dreadful first half against Stanford (3-7, 2-5 ACC), gaining only 47 total yards on its way to a 3-3 halftime tie.—
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The allegations contained in the recent NBA gambling indictment check the box of gaining widespread attention and headlines.—
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“Coaxing (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coaxing%20%28out%29. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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