Rationalize and Wheedle

Rationalize

Rationalize verb - To give the reason for or cause of.
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Wheedle and rationalize are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wheedle" instead a verb "Rationalize".

Wheedle

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

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

Nearby Word: wheedling

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way rationalize way wheedle way
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