Meanings
How to pronounce "soften up":
AU
To make softer.
To appease someone in order to make them more receptive to an idea or proposal.
To become less committed to something.
Example Sentences
1
I tried to soften up my boss before asking for a raise.
2
You should soften up your parents before telling them about your bad grades.
3
The politician tried to soften up the voters by promising lower taxes.
4
The coach gave a motivational speech to soften up the players before the big game.
5
The negotiator first seeks to soften up the rival party in order to facilitate a compromise.
