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Grovel 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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noun

• a color or pigment varying around a light grey-brown color

• a young deer

verb

• show submission or fear

• try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

• have fawns

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Source #Number Answer
New York Times12 Nov 2023 Across 31 EATDIRT
The Guardian Quick01 May 2017 Down 17
The Guardian Quick31 May 2010 Down 17
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