bluff out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To deceive (someone) in order to convince them to give up.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He really thought, however, he had heard Col. Macy speak in high terms of young Mr. Ashley as a favored suitor; and Miss Adelaide always seemed pleased with his attentions; he wouldn't be bluffed out of that, any way.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bluff out” mean?
To deceive (someone) in order to convince them to give up.
Is “bluff out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.