Keep somebody sweet

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To please or make someone happy, often by flattering them or giving them what they want.

She topped up his glass and kept him sweet while she stole money from his wallet.
Visual representation of "keep somebody sweet" - To please or make someone happy, often by flattering them or giving them what they want

Often appears as...

  • keep him sweet
  • keep her sweet

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Informal

Idiomatic

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Flattery usage

Often used when flattery is a tactic to get something from someone.

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I complimented his cooking to keep him sweet before asking for the recipe.
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Informal context

Used in casual or personal situations, not suitable for formal writing.

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To keep her sweet, I agreed to go to the movies she wanted to see.
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Manipulative hint

Can imply manipulation or a hidden agenda behind kind actions.

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He always brings gifts to keep them sweet, but he expects favors in return.
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