What is another word for sweeten the pot?
Pronunciation: [swˈiːtən ðə pˈɒt] (IPA) 
To sweeten the pot essentially means to add an additional incentive to persuade someone to do something. There are other phrases that convey the same idea. One such phrase is 'sweeten the deal'. This suggests that the stakes are higher, and the incentive is even more significant. Another phrase that conveys a similar idea is 'makeweight'. This term indicates that an additional item or offer is being included in a deal that was not in the original agreement. 'Incentivize' and 'bribe' are also words that can be used to convey the act of sweetening the pot. Regardless of the term used, the purpose of sweetening the pot remains the same; to add something extra that will encourage someone to do what you want.
