as in wooed
to act so as to make (something) more likely
you're flirting with death by driving so recklessly
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As for wine and cocktails, be prepared to be wowed, thanks to the thoughtful hand of wine director Cassandra Felix, who cut her chops in Napa Valley before being wooed to Florida’s warm waters.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026 -
Typically, price increases prompt some cancellations, but the longer-term financial benefits are worth it, especially if some of those who canceled can be wooed back with compelling programming.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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Amazon owner Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sanchez Bezos have reportedly invited guests to a Saturday night party preceding Monday’s Met Gala, which the couple is co-chairing.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in the Beginners, Intermediate and Advance placements.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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“Flirted (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flirted%20%28with%29. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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