Meaning of the word "worm one's way" in English

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worm one's way

US /wɜrm wʌnz weɪ/
UK /wɜːm wʌnz weɪ/

Idiom

to gradually and subtly get into a position or situation, often by being manipulative or persistent

Example:
He managed to worm his way into the company's management.
She tried to worm her way out of doing the dishes.