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curry favour

/ˈkʌri ˈfeɪvər/

翻译: 通过奉承、过分殷勤或帮忙做事来博取某人的欢心或好感,通常带有私心。

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/ˈkʌri ˈfeɪvər/C1formal
  • zh通过奉承、过分殷勤或帮忙做事来博取某人的欢心或好感,通常带有私心。

To try to gain someone's approval or favor through flattery, excessive politeness, or helpful actions, often for selfish reasons.

  1. To ingratiate oneselfC1informal

    To try to gain someone's approval or favor through flattery or excessive kindness.

    zh阿谀奉承

    • He tried to curry favour with the boss by bringing him coffee every morning.
    • She curried favour with the committee by volunteering for extra tasks.
    • Politicians often curry favour with voters by making promises.