Propel and Wheedle

Propel

Propel verb - To apply force to (someone or something) so that it moves in front of one.

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

Nearby Words: propelled, propelling

Wheedle

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

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

Nearby Word: wheedling

Common collocations

way propel way wheedle way
earth propel earth wheedle earth
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