coaxed (out)

verb

Definition of coaxed (out)next
past tense of coax (out)
as in obtained

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coaxed (out)
  1. obtained
  2. procured
  3. gained
  4. secured
  5. pulled
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  • According to a press release obtained by PEOPLE, the production team worked in close partnership with the Sinatra and Davis estates in order to ensure a faithful representation of the late stars.
    Raven Brunner, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Around 45 million Americans are now enrolled in healthcare arrangements that are part of the ACA exchanges, with approximately 21 million Americans having obtained health insurance through the ACA in 2024.
    Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of obtained
Verb
  • The Alexanders also procured drugs, including GHB and cocaine, and would sometimes spike women's drinks before assaulting them, the indictment said.
    Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
  • With funding from the European Union, UNICEF procured and facilitated the entry of 53,000 liters of chlorine in total, along with other chemicals designated for desalination plants.
    Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of procured
Verb
  • This year’s Women to Watch list includes several more political leaders who have just recently gained or are poised to potentially attain power in months ahead.
    Erin Spencer Sairam, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The turbos were banished and the cylinder count grew by 50 percent, as Ferrari’s range-topper gained a V-12 for the first time.
    Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of gained
Verb
  • Saudi Arabia secured the right to host the 2034 World Cup on Wednesday following a vote by FIFA’s 211 member federations.
    Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The strap is secured with a Velcro closure, allowing for easy adjustment and a precise fit.
    Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of secured
Verb
  • In the third quarter, the company pulled 29% of its earnings from its technology division.
    Brett Owens, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Law enforcement resources might be pulled from other locales to concentrate on where the suspect was last presumably seen.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of pulled
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“Coaxed (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coaxed%20%28out%29. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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