charm offensive

noun

1. a concentrated attempt to gain favour or respectability by conspicuously cooperative or obliging behaviour

Example Sentences

Not all are sanguine regarding the Saudis’ gilt-edged charm offensive.

From Los Angeles Times

He became a key part of the charm offensive to maintain the UK's good relations with President Trump, with an invite for a second state visit.

From BBC

And Meghan, despite her very intentional regular mom persona, seems very hit or miss in that charm offensive.

From Salon

It comes as Xi is on a so called "charm offensive" trip across South East Asia, which will also see him visit Malaysia and Cambodia.

From BBC

"They were heading for a charm offensive without charm," he said.

From BBC