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
But he eventually was allowed back in and soon was wooing like the old days.
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Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2025
The state now commits more than $500 million a year in tax credits to woo film, TV, audio and digital productions.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 17 Apr. 2025
Swanky suites and expensive lounges near the best viewing areas help woo clientele, who then help inflate revenue beyond what anyone could have imagined in earlier eras.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
The 27-year-old rapper attempted to woo Reginae Carter in his latest wild freestyle.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 25 Mar. 2025
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Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2025
The state now commits more than $500 million a year in tax credits to woo film, TV, audio and digital productions.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 17 Apr. 2025
Swanky suites and expensive lounges near the best viewing areas help woo clientele, who then help inflate revenue beyond what anyone could have imagined in earlier eras.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
The 27-year-old rapper attempted to woo Reginae Carter in his latest wild freestyle.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for woo
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Broadway's biggest night is nigh, but a number of Hollywood heavyweights weren't invited to the party.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Set largely in the breathtaking backdrop of Capri, Italy this time around, the story finds Emily getting married and Stephanie questioning Emily’s motive on why she was invited to the joyous occasion.—
Jeff Conway,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Today’s digital nomads are seeking remote work destinations that offer reliable Wi-Fi, inspiring workspaces, and even enriching learning environments for their children.—
Cassidy Randall,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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According to authorities, the group sought to radicalize and recruit teens to carry out attacks using Molotov cocktails and improvised explosives.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
4 May 2025
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“Woo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woo. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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