coaxed

Example Sentences

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The whale was coaxed into the water-filled barge on Tuesday, in a mission funded by two German entrepreneurs.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage is now at the lowest it’s been since 2022, raising hopes that potential buyers can be coaxed to participate in the spring buying season.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

Lutnick has negotiated trade agreements and coaxed big investments out of business leaders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 26, 2025

He wasn’t coaxed into speaking at the team’s championship parade, but still received some of the day’s loudest ovations, the fan base recognizing the herculean contributions he provided both at and behind the plate.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

When I finally coaxed her to look, I felt her shoulders jerk under my hands—saw her eyes go huge and bright, only to droop again a moment later.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken