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/Sounds like "tohr" (as in "toll") + "SEHR" (as in "set") + "EHL" (as in "egg") + "BRAH" (as in "bra") + "soh" (as in "solo")/

Meaning

To twist someone's arm and get them to change their mind through persistence or pressure. In Argentina and Uruguay, torcerle el brazo means wearing someone down until they give in, whether through patience, insistence, or just having more authority.

Examples

I twisted his arm to get him to agree to the date change and he finally came around.

There's no way to change the boss's mind once he's made a decision.

Regional synonyms

An attractive, elegant, charming man who knows how to carry himself. In Mexico, telling someone they look 'muy galán' is a strong compliment that combines physical attractiveness with style and presence, and it lands well with any guy who hears it. Closer to 'dashing' than just 'handsome.'