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Researchers have coaxed human stem cells to form early-stage human kidneys in pigs—the first time a human organ has been produced in another animal.

From Science Magazine • Sep. 7, 2023

Bale wouldn't be the first big name the pair would have coaxed out of retirement, after former Premier League and England goalkeeper Ben Foster joined the team in January.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2023

We already know that Menzel can belt to the back row; a richer profile would have coaxed out a more intimate voice.

From New York Times • Dec. 8, 2022

Researchers have coaxed human stem cells to become blastocysts and even to mimic some aspects of gastrulation — when the early embryo organizes into distinct layers composed of different cell types.

From Scientific American • Aug. 26, 2022

Your mother and I have done all we could, and have coaxed and scolded for the last half-hour.

From Esther : a book for girls by Carey, Rosa Nouchette