Cryptic crossword clue
Cable meeting with journalist is flattered 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word COAXED

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Buddy explains!

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What does COAXED mean?

COAXED verb
  1. To fondle, kid, pet, tease.
  2. To wheedle, persuade (a person, organisation, animal etc.) gradually or by use of flattery to do something.
  3. To carefully manipulate into a particular desired state, situation or position.

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