coaxed

"The student's essay was full of flattery for the teacher, hoping to get a better grade. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The chef carefully manipulated the ingredients, stirring the sauce gently. "

"The talking was loud during the school assembly. "

"This painting shows little organization at first glance, but little by little the structure becomes clear."

"The teacher pointed out a particular detail in the math problem that several students missed. "

"My favorite position in the classroom is near the window. "

"The plants gradually grew taller over the summer. "

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"The little girl was happily petting her fluffy white cat. "

"That salesman was able to persuade me into buying this bottle of lotion."

"The United States is in an awkward situation with debt default looming."