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SUCK UP

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There are 3 meanings of the phrase Suck Up.

Suck Up - as a verb

Take in, also metaphorically

Example: "The sponge absorbs water well"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
absorb10draw8imbibe12soak upsop up
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Ingratiate oneself to; often with insincere behavior

Example: "She is playing up to the chairman"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cotton upcozy upplay upshine upsidle up

Try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

Example: "He is always kowtowing to his boss"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bootlick16fawn10kotow12kowtow16toady9truckle13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
blandish14flatter10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He's such a suck up, always trying to impress the boss."
"Don't be a suck up and pretend to like things you don't."
"She's a total suck up, constantly seeking approval from others."
"Being a suck up won't earn you genuine friends."
"I can't stand his suck up behavior, always flattering everyone."
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