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/ˈkɪs ʌp/ · kis·up
verb
- to flatter or try to win favor with someone, especially in order to gain an advantage or avoid trouble. The politician was accused of kissing up to the wealthy donors to secure funding for her campaign.
- to try to curry favor or gain an advantage by being overly friendly or obsequious. The new employee was accused of kissing up to the boss to get a promotion.
noun
- the act of flattering or trying to win favor with someone. The politician's kissing up to the wealthy donors was seen as a cynical move to secure funding.
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Did you know? The phrase 'kiss up' is often used in a negative light, implying that someone is being insincere or trying to gain an advantage through flattery.