Jolly into

verb

To convince someone in a cheerful and friendly way to do something.

I had to jolly him into going to the party, but he ended up having a good time.
Visual representation of "jolly into" - To convince someone in a cheerful and friendly way to do something

Often appears as...

  • jolly someone into doing
  • jolly into agreeing

Usage tips

Colloquial

verb

To convince someone in a cheerful and friendly way to do something.

I had to jolly him into going to the party, but he ended up having a good time.
Visual representation of "jolly into" - To convince someone in a cheerful and friendly way to do something

Often appears as...

  • jolly someone into doing
  • jolly into agreeing

Usage tips

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "jolly into"
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Context Usage

'Jolly into' is mostly used in casual, friendly situations among friends or family.

Illustration for Context Usage
I had to jolly her into seeing the new movie with me.
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Positive Connotation

The phrase conveys a sense of good-natured persuasion rather than manipulation.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
He managed to jolly his roommate into cleaning the apartment for the upcoming party.
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Not For Serious Topics

Avoid using 'jolly into' for serious or formal discussions; it's too lighthearted.

Illustration for Not For Serious Topics
Would you mind taking the dog out for a walk? I won't try to jolly you into it.
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Context Usage

'Jolly into' is mostly used in casual, friendly situations among friends or family.

Illustration for Context Usage
I had to jolly her into seeing the new movie with me.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Positive Connotation

The phrase conveys a sense of good-natured persuasion rather than manipulation.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
He managed to jolly his roommate into cleaning the apartment for the upcoming party.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Not For Serious Topics

Avoid using 'jolly into' for serious or formal discussions; it's too lighthearted.

Illustration for Not For Serious Topics
Would you mind taking the dog out for a walk? I won't try to jolly you into it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Context Usage

'Jolly into' is mostly used in casual, friendly situations among friends or family.

Illustration for Context Usage
I had to jolly her into seeing the new movie with me.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Positive Connotation

The phrase conveys a sense of good-natured persuasion rather than manipulation.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
He managed to jolly his roommate into cleaning the apartment for the upcoming party.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Not For Serious Topics

Avoid using 'jolly into' for serious or formal discussions; it's too lighthearted.

Illustration for Not For Serious Topics
Would you mind taking the dog out for a walk? I won't try to jolly you into it.
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