as in to invite
to act so as to make (something) more likely
his attempts to woo approval from working-class voters has not met with much success
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Recent Examples of woo
And if there is a divorce, the Heat would have much competition to woo the whale of whales.
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
If Clase's struggles are indeed in the past, this could be the perfect time for a contender to woo the Guardians into trading their longtime closer.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
Both political parties have tested the line in trying to harness the power of the pulpit, with many Republicans wooing evangelical leaders while Democrats often try to curry favor with Black churches.
—Tiffany Li, ABC News, 15 July 2025
But fear not, because Austin offers plenty of ways to woo your potential lover without emptying your wallet.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 27 June 2025
If Clase's struggles are indeed in the past, this could be the perfect time for a contender to woo the Guardians into trading their longtime closer.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
Both political parties have tested the line in trying to harness the power of the pulpit, with many Republicans wooing evangelical leaders while Democrats often try to curry favor with Black churches.
—Tiffany Li, ABC News, 15 July 2025
But fear not, because Austin offers plenty of ways to woo your potential lover without emptying your wallet.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for woo
Verb
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True Modern Mexican invites guests to enjoy their frozen Margarita Al Centro.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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All ages are invited and the gates at Gallagher Square adjacent to Petco Park open at 7 p.m.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
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Health care leaders say consumers should use hospital ratings as just one tool when considering where to seek care.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
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Exceptional leaders understand the far-reaching impact of top performers and seek to meet their needs.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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“Woo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woo. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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