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But there is a dark side amid those success stories that is seldom discussed, the back-room cross-promotional deals, the back scratching and influence peddling that’s often a steppingstone to financial success in the new media.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 2021

There's horse trading, back scratching and offers that can't be refused.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2014

Usually it’s done in a spirit of mutual back scratching and gentility.

From New York Times • Sep. 21, 2011

Washington back scratching, like all grooming behaviors, produces stability and social cohesion.

From Slate • Mar. 2, 2011

Somkit crouched in front of the broken Model Nine while the shop workers stood back, scratching their heads.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat