English Idiom – Twist Somebody’s Arm.
Meaning – To persuade somebody to do something that they do not want to do. To put pressure on someone in order to get them to do something. To coerce somebody.
This idiomatic expression can also be used in a sarcastic or humorous way by someone who is only pretending that they have to be persuaded to do something.
The verb twist means to cause to rotate or turn in another direction.
The idiom cost an arm and a leg can be used to describe something that cost a lot of money.
Example:
- “If you twist my arm I’ll stay for one more cuppa!”
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