English phrase from drama scenes

Professional Ways to Say "want you to"

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I want you to cozy up to him and build a good relationship.

It means to become friendly with someone so you can work with them more effectively or influence them.

From Never Mess With A Badass Girl, Episode 29

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone tells another person to get close to a third person and build a good relationship with him.

Usage Scenario

Use this in a work or strategic context when you want someone to make a connection with another person. It can sound manipulative if used too directly.

Better ways to say it

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I want you to cozy up to him and build a good relationship.
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Try to build a good relationship with him.
3
Get close to him and build rapport.

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