courted

[US]/kɔːtɪd/
[UK]/kɔrtɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.attempted to gain the affection or favor of; pursued (attention or reputation)

Phrases & Collocations

courted favor

courted attention

courted disaster

courted controversy

courted support

courted love

courted danger

courted praise

courted success

courted power

Example Sentences

he courted her with flowers and sweet words.

many suitors courted her for years.

he courted disaster by ignoring the warnings.

they courted public attention with their charity work.

she courted controversy with her bold statements.

he courted her affection by writing poems.

the politician courted voters with promises.

he courted the favor of his boss.

they courted friendship by being supportive.

she courted danger by hiking alone.

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