weasel into

weasel into
weasel into [phrasal verb]
weasel into (something) chiefly US, informal + usually disapproving : to get into (a place or situation) by being dishonest, by persuading someone in a clever way, etc.

She weaseled (herself) into the position of manager.

He managed to weasel his way into the restaurant even though he didn't have a reservation.

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