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Soften (someone) up
Translation of "soften (someone) up" into Russian
soften (someone) up
смягчить (кого-то)
He tried to soften her up with compliments before asking for a favor.
Он пытался смягчить её комплиментами, прежде чем попросить об одолжении.
Definitions
To make someone more receptive, agreeable, or vulnerable, often by using flattery, kindness, or persuasion before making a request or delivering bad news.