After adopting a new identity and passport, he wangled his way into British high society and frequented the best casinos. |
But, as anyone who has ever wangled a sick note out of his or her GP knows, manipulation can be a powerful weapon. |
In September, a Harkin supporter wangled an invitation to a meeting at which Mr Ganske discussed strategy with the White House's political director, Ken Mehlman. |
Actress Charlize Theron wangled Ewan McGregor a role as an extra on her cowboy movie. |
He belonged to a luncheon club and a country club, and he wangled invitations to play golf at Augusta and Cypress Point. |
Bannister had wangled a continuance of the trial, but unless he could produce Pike, Hardiman's chances looked slim. |