use flattery

Frequency: 6.57.2 per million words

To employ praise, often insincerely, to persuade or influence someone.

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  • Salespeople are often accused of using artificial flattery.
  • He tried to use flattery to get a promotion at work.
  • Don't use flattery to manipulate people into doing what you want.
  • She learned to use subtle flattery in her negotiations.
  • Politicians often use flattery when addressing their constituents.
  • The manager warned against using excessive flattery with clients.
  • Children quickly learn to use flattery to avoid getting in trouble.
  • His tendency to use flattery made his compliments seem insincere.
  • The salesman would use shameless flattery to close deals.
  • She refused to use flattery and preferred honest communication.