The term 'string along' can be defined as to deceive or lead someone on. The crossword solutions for this term are FOOL (4 letters), DALLY (5 letters), COQUET (6 letters), COZEN (5 letters), DELUDE (6 letters), LEADON (6 letters), TOLERATE (8 letters), and MISINFORM (9 letters). FOOL is a verb meaning to act foolishly or playfully, while DALLY is a verb meaning to waste time or linger. COQUET is a verb meaning to flirt or act in a playful manner, and COZEN is a verb meaning to persuade someone by deception or flattery. DELUDE is a verb meaning to deceive or mislead someone, and LEADON is a verb meaning to lead someone on or entice them. TOLERATE is a verb meaning to accept or endure something, and MISINFORM is a verb meaning to give false or inaccurate information.