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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coaxing (out)
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Richard Susskind and others have argued for years that technology would eventually change not merely how lawyers practice, but how legal capability itself is delivered, widening access by lowering the cost and friction of obtaining usable guidance.—
Joseph Andrew,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026 -
The difficulty in obtaining visas and the fear of being rounded up by immigration agents are being blamed, in part, for less-than-expected tourist traffic.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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Her calls for help procuring a Jell-O shot turned to asking for a ride home, because her medical conditions prevented her from walking home.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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My leverage pathways try to provide the best angles at procuring saves despite the multitude of confusing usage patterns throughout the league.—
Greg Jewett,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The Spurs still had plenty of time to get a shot up, but Stephon Castle wasn’t able to hoist it on the inbound pass, securing the historic victory for New York, who are now just a game away from their first title since 1973.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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Supporters declare victory as late ballots push a half-cent healthcare sales tax ahead with just over 50% support countywide, securing simple-majority passage after trailing in early election-night returns.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Iran insists on retaining a degree of control over the waterway and gaining immediate access to its frozen funds, while negotiations over the Islamic Republic’s uranium enrichment would take place after the interim deal is signed.—
Arsalan Shahla,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
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One ingredient now gaining major attention in skincare and longevity circles is GHK-Cu, a copper peptide that supporters claim may help the body regenerate more effectively and reduce visible signs of aging.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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“Coaxing (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coaxing%20%28out%29. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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