Appease and Wheedle

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Appease verb - To lessen the anger or agitation of.

Usage example: candy often appeases an upset toddler

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Wheedle and appease are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wheedle" instead a verb "Appease".

Wheedle verb - To get (someone) to do something by gentle urging, special attention, or flattery.

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Appease and wheedle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Appease" instead a verb "Wheedle".

Nearby Word: wheedling

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appease way

wheedle way

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