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Act Obsequiously Crossword Clue

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noun

• a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

verb

• bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

• try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

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36%10 Those who act obsequiously
noun

• someone who humbles himself as a sign of respect; who behaves as if he had no self-respect

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New York Times28 Oct 2018 Across 132
New York Times08 Sep 2008 Across 28
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