Talked one's way (out of)

WEASELED

Think of how someone might cleverly avoid responsibility, like slipping through a tight spot—this verb suggests slyly escaping a tricky situation.

The clue "Talked one's way (out of)" hints at the idea of cleverly avoiding something through smooth or manipulative speech. "Weaseled" fits because the verb "to weasel" means to escape a situation or obligation by being sly or persuasive, often with a slightly negative connotation—like someone wiggling out of trouble. The word also plays on the animal weasel, known for slipping through tight spots, reinforcing the sense of slipping away. It’s a common phrase in English, like "weaseled out of a promise."