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Acts Obsequiously Crossword Clue

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We think the answer is "KOWTOWS" which means:

    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

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He kowtows to his boss in order to gain favor."
  • • "The politician kowtows to the powerful lobbyists."

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New York Times15 Jan 2007 Down 5
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