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Guilt into

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Emotional InfluencePlay
Using 'guilt into' implies emotionally influencing someone by highlighting feelings of guilt. SlideHe managed to guilt her into attending the family reunion.
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Conversational ContextPlay
'Guilt into' often appears in casual conversation, rather than formal or written communication. SlideShe's trying to guilt me into babysitting her kids again.
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Subtle CoercionPlay
The phrase can suggest a subtle form of coercion without direct force, using emotional triggers. SlideMy brother guilted me into lending him money.