Sentences with Buttonhole

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Moderate To detain or corner someone in conversation, as if surrounded or besieged. Clear All

2 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Buttonhole'

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.

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