Promises and persuading B1
Talking someone round, keeping a secret and actually keeping your word.
talk into — persuade someone to do somethingA: I wasn't sure about going on the trip, but Anna talked me into it.
B: She can be very convincing!
keep a secret — not tellA: I heard you know about Sarah's news.
B: Yes, but I promised to keep it a secret.
talk out of B2 — persuade not to doA: I was going to buy that expensive phone, but my brother talked me out of it.
B: Good call! You can save your money for something better.
Talking him round
Zoe: How did you talk him into coming? He never goes out.
Will: Took ages, but he gave in eventually.
Zoe: Ha! I tried to talk my sister out of dyeing her hair pink.
Will: And? Did she listen?
Can you keep a secret?
Holly: You have to keep this a secret, alright? Promise me.
Jack: Course. I'll keep my word, you know that.
Holly: Good, because last time you let it slip and told everyone.
Jack: Fair point. I'll make it up to you this time.