coaxed (out)

Definition of coaxed (out)next
past tense of coax (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for coaxed (out)
Verb
  • The description was obtained from a forensic analysis of the Ring camera video from Guthrie’s front door.
    Jack Dunn, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Surveillance video obtained by Bronx News 12 shows Sincere arguing with several men outside a car at the curb before a hooded gunman drew a weapon and opened fire.
    Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The clerk’s attorneys moved to dismiss the charges on the basis that the indictment was procured through false and misleading testimony, among other grounds.
    Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Stylist Andrew Mukamal also procured archival Boucheron brooches from the early 20th century.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Vast intends to launch a pathfinder station called Haven-1 to LEO in 2027, then use the experience gained to build and operate the multi-module Haven-2 over the next few years.
    Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Feb. 2026
  • During filming, Yeo was pregnant and gained 30 kilograms.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Coming off a two-week layoff, Cal Poly (4-5, 1-2) secured two individual wins on Sunday.
    Michael Harley, Arkansas Online, 16 Feb. 2026
  • The blacksmith clamped this tang into the hilt and secured it with rivets, reported Archaeology News.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 15 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • So far, six have been pulled to safety.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Sakamoto plans to retire after the Olympics, but will leave the sport in good hands with her teammate and new talent Nakai, who landed a triple axel that pulled her into first.
    Alice Park, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Space resources are extracted from their rightful owner, ALL Texans.
    Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
  • At the slime making station, guests will have the option to add scents extracted from real flowers.
    Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Coaxed (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coaxed%20%28out%29. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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