Get round

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verb

To convince someone to change their mind or agree with your idea.

She always manages to get round her dad.
Visual representation of "get round" - To convince someone to change their mind or agree with your idea

Often appears as...

  • get round to
  • get round to it

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Colloquial

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Soft Persuasion

Used when gently convincing someone without force or pressure.

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She can always get round her parents for a later curfew.
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Emotional Appeal

Often involves appealing to someone's emotions to change their mind.

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He got round me by showing how much the charity needs help.
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Close Relationships

Commonly used in contexts involving friends and family.

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My sister always gets round me to borrow clothes.
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