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court favor

/kɔːrt ˈfeɪvər/

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/kɔːrt ˈfeɪvər/C1formal
  • ruПытаться завоевать чье-либо одобрение, расположение или поддержку с помощью лести, внимания или полезных действий, часто ради личной выгоды.

To try to gain someone's approval, goodwill, or support through flattery, attention, or helpful actions, often for personal advantage.

  1. Seek approval or supportC1formal

    To try to gain someone's approval, goodwill, or support, often through flattery or strategic actions.

    ruДобиваться расположения

    • The politician tried to court favor with the local community by attending their events.
    • He courted favor with his boss by volunteering for extra projects.
    • The young artist courted favor with the gallery owner by praising his collection.