Massage and Wheedle

Massage

Massage verb - To praise too much.
Usage example: a candidate who knows that you have to massage the voters if you want to get elected
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Wheedle and massage are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wheedle" instead a verb "Massage".

Nearby Words: massaged, masseur, massaging

Wheedle

Wheedle verb - To get (someone) to do something by gentle urging, special attention, or flattery.
Usage example: wheedled him into doing their work for them

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

Nearby Word: wheedling
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