come-on
noun/ˈkʌm ɒn/
/ˈkʌm ɑːn/
[usually singular] (informal)- an object or action that is intended to attract somebody or to persuade them to do something
- She was definitely giving him the come-on (= trying to attract him sexually).
Extra Examples- People found online adverts to be the most irritating of all commercial come-ons.
- She tried to ignore his come-ons.
- The service offers free health screening as a come-on for a limited period.
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