Sentences with Buttonhole

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Moderate as in press To detain someone in conversation, typically against their will. Clear All

3 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 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.

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