Worm out of Meaning in English
expression
释义
To cleverly or gradually get information, a secret, or a confession from someone who does not want to share it.
用法与细微差别
Usually informal; often used for secrets or information people want to keep hidden. Commonly followed by 'someone' or 'something' (e.g., 'wormed the truth out of him'). Implies persistence and cleverness. Not used for physical objects or simple questions.
例句
She tried to worm out of him where he had been last night.
basic
The journalist managed to worm out of the politician a surprising answer.
basic
It's hard to worm out of him what he really thinks.
basic
He skillfully wormed out of his boss what was happening in the company.
natural
If you keep asking, maybe you can worm it out of her eventually.
natural
Don’t try to worm out of me—if I want you to know, I’ll tell you myself.
natural