[{"Bold_text": "verb (used with object)", "List Items": ["to endeavor to influence (a person) by smooth, flattering, or beguiling words or acts:We wheedled him incessantly, but he would not consent.Synonyms: coax , cajole , flatter", "to persuade (a person) by such words or acts:She wheedled him into going with her.", "to obtain (something) by artful persuasions:I wheedled a new car out of my father.Synonyms: inveigle , beguile"]}, {"Bold_text": "verb (used without object)", "List Items": ["to use beguiling or artful persuasions:I always wheedle if I really need something."]}]