brownnosing

[US]/ˈbraʊnˌnəʊzɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈbraʊnˌnoʊzɪŋ/

Translation

n.kissing-up; sucking-up; a person who flatters to gain favor; sycophant
v.to flatter someone repeatedly to gain favor; to suck up to; to be a sycophant

Phrases & Collocations

brownnosing boss

stop brownnosing

brownnosing habit

brownnosing behavior

constant brownnosing

brownnosing politician

brownnosing employee

brownnosing manager

brownnosing colleague

brownnosing again

Example Sentences

he's always brownnosing the boss to get promoted.

the politician's brownnosing of the wealthy donors was obvious.

her brownnosing tactics didn't fool anyone in the office.

brownnosing might get you short-term favors, but it won't earn you respect.

the employee's brownnosing went too far when he brought the boss coffee every hour.

i can't stand his constant brownnosing and flattery.

brownnosing is not a sustainable career strategy.

she was caught brownnosing the manager during the meeting.

the brownnosing in that office creates a toxic work environment.

his brownnosing behavior embarrasses his colleagues.

stop brownnosing and start working harder.

brownnosing usually backfires when people see through it.

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