wangle

Definition

To obtain through deceitful or manipulative methods.

Etymology

Blend of wag + dangle, first attested 1810–1820. Alternatively, from an alteration of waggle or wankle.

Example Sentences

• "“My dear old lad,” he said, briskly, “this must be remedied! Oh, positively! This must be remedied at once! I suppose my things wouldn’t fit you? No. Well, I tell you what. We’ll wangle something from my father-in-law."
• "After graduation, she was hired by United Press International, which on one memorable occasion sent her to cover a show by Elvis Presley in Detroit. She wangled an invitation to the singer’s hotel room, where one thing led to another."
• "He tried to wangle an extra ticket to the concert, but it was sold out."