Sentences with Buttonhole

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10 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Buttonhole'

At the science fair, the curious student tried to buttonhole the judge with questions about her experiment.

The enthusiastic salesperson tried to buttonhole every customer entering the store, hoping to convince them to buy the latest product.

The detective managed to buttonhole the elusive suspect at the crowded train station, bringing an end to the weeks-long pursuit.

The talkative neighbor would often buttonhole others in the apartment complex, making simple tasks take longer than expected.

The passionate environmentalist would buttonhole strangers to raise awareness about the importance of sustainable living.

In the bustling city, street performers often tried to buttonhole pedestrians to gather an audience for their performances.

The chatty neighbor managed to buttonhole me for an hour about his extensive stamp collection.

The teacher skillfully buttonholed the students into discussing the complex themes of the novel.

The politician tried to buttonhole potential voters during the campaign rally.

During the heated debate, each candidate attempted to buttonhole their opponent with tough questions.

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