In your good graces Meaning in English
expression · lemma: in someone's good graces
Definition
If you are in someone's good graces, they like you, trust you, or feel positively about you, often because of something good you did.
Usage & Nuances
This is a somewhat formal or literary phrase, often used to describe winning or regaining someone's approval or favor. Common with 'get in someone's good graces', 'back in their good graces'. Not used for romantic love. Avoid mixing with 'good terms' (which means having a good relationship).
Example Sentences
He worked hard to be in his boss's good graces.
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She is always polite to stay in her teacher's good graces.
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After apologizing, he felt back in her good graces.
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If you want to be in their good graces, just help out when they need you.
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It's hard to stay in my parents' good graces after missing curfew.
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She bought coffee for everyone to get back in the team's good graces.
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