Coaxingly

/ˈkəʊksɪŋli/

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Used to softly encourage someone without being forceful or commanding.

The teacher spoke coaxingly to the shy student, encouraging her to share her story.

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Conveys warmth and friendliness to make the listener feel comfortable.

He looked at her coaxingly, eyes full of warmth, as he offered her the last piece of cake.

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Suggests a hint of influence without overt pressure or obvious manipulation.

She smiled coaxingly at her father, hoping he would extend her curfew.

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