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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Getty Images Over the last few days, the biggest companies in the soft drink industry have announced new offerings to woo increasingly health-conscious shoppers.
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 23 July 2025
Travis is the sweet skater boy who tries to woo Tai and eventually succeeds.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 19 July 2025
After his high-profile breakup from Katy Perry, there are rumors that another A-list actress is trying to woo him.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 19 July 2025
But the billionaire’s feud with Trump, and likely upcoming attempts to woo voters to his new party, have thrust him back into the political arena.
—Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
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Alex Harring, CNBC, 23 July 2025
Travis is the sweet skater boy who tries to woo Tai and eventually succeeds.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 19 July 2025
After his high-profile breakup from Katy Perry, there are rumors that another A-list actress is trying to woo him.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 19 July 2025
But the billionaire’s feud with Trump, and likely upcoming attempts to woo voters to his new party, have thrust him back into the political arena.
—Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for woo
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Forest feel like a moment to invite others into your world?—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Following the ceremony, the director invited the younger employees to join her and industry colleagues for drinks at the hotel bar.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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For those seeking relaxation after their outdoor adventures, the award-winning Lapis Spa & Wellness offers a sanctuary for rejuvenation with facials, massages, and holistic treatments.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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A number of state efforts have also sought to limit birth control.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Woo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woo. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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