honey up

verb — 2 senses

honey up

verb
1

Figuratively, Informal To make (something) sweet, pleasant or agreeable.

  • She honeyed up her voice.
2

Dated, Figuratively, Informal To cajole, suck up to or sweet-talk (someone).

  • He honeys up his boss.

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