Word of the day

blandish

1. coax (someone) with kind words or flattery

“I was blandishing her with imprudences to get her off the subject”

verb

/ˈblændɪʃ/

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blandish

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"The politician tried to blandish the voters with sweet promises and _____ that would win their trust."

Select three words related to blandish

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  • commend
  • dissuade
  • cajole
  • hurtful
  • criticize
  • wheedle

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