Tease and Wheedle

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Tease verb - To make fun of in a good-natured way.

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

Nearby Words: teasing, teased, teaser, teasel

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

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

Nearby Word: wheedling

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