Pester and Wheedle

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Pester verb - To thrust oneself upon (another) without invitation.

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

Nearby Word: pestering

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

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

Nearby Word: wheedling

pester money

wheedle money

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