suck up to
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Analysts don’t say “great quarter guys” as often these days, probably because it’s become such an obvious way to suck up to management.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
He said in his resignation letter his contributions included investigating why generative AI systems suck up to users, combatting AI-assisted bioterrorism risks and researching "how AI assistants could make us less human".
From BBC ● Feb. 12, 2026
He returned it to King Charles II for his coronation, probably to suck up to royal favor again.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 3, 2023
“Your job is not to suck up to power, it’s to serve your viewers and readers by getting to the truth,” Mr. Carlson said.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 21, 2023
Archie doesn’t like it when people try to suck up to him too hard.
From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz
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