to soften up
Pronunciation
/sˈɔfən ˈʌp/
British pronunciation
/sˈɒfən ˈʌp/

Definição e significado de "soften up"em inglês

to soften up
[phrase form: soften]
01

amolecer, ser gentil para influenciar

to be kind to someone with the intention of increasing the chances of them agreeing to one's request
to soften up definition and meaning
example
Exemplos
She decided to soften up her colleague by complimenting their work before discussing the project changes.
Ela decidiu suavizar o colega elogiando o trabalho dele antes de discutir as mudanças no projeto.
Before asking for a favor, he tried to soften up his friend by expressing gratitude for their ongoing support.
Antes de pedir um favor, ele tentou amolecer o amigo expressando gratidão pelo apoio contínuo.
02

amolecer, enfraquecer estrategicamente

to strategically weaken an enemy, making them more vulnerable to subsequent attacks or negotiations
example
Exemplos
Diplomats engaged in negotiations to soften up the rival nation before discussing more contentious issues.
Os diplomatas envolveram-se em negociações para amolecer a nação rival antes de discutir questões mais controversas.
The military conducted a series of airstrikes to soften up the enemy's defenses before the ground assault.
O exército conduziu uma série de ataques aéreos para enfraquecer as defesas inimigas antes do ataque terrestre.
03

amolecer, suavizar

to make something less hard or rough
example
Exemplos
The constant stream of water over the years began to soften up the jagged edges of the stone steps.
O fluxo constante de água ao longo dos anos começou a amolecer as bordas irregulares dos degraus de pedra.
Regular application of lotion helps soften up dry and rough skin, leaving it smoother.
A aplicação regular de loção ajuda a amolecer a pele seca e áspera, deixando-a mais suave.
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