1. gently and persistently persuade (someone) to do something. 2. arrange (something) carefully into a particular shape or position.
Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
coax (verb)transitive verb
1.
obsolete - fondle pet
2.
to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering - wheedle coaxed him into going
3.
to draw, gain, or persuade by means of gentle urging or flattery - unable to coax an answer out of him
4.
to manipulate with great perseverance and usually with considerable effort toward a desired state or activity - coax a fire to burn cajole
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