Fawn on Meaning in English
expression
释义
To behave in an overly friendly or flattering way toward someone, often to gain their favor or approval.
用法与细微差别
Almost always negative; suggests insincerity or desperation to please someone in power. Common objects: 'the boss', 'supervisor', 'teacher'. Similar to 'suck up to' (informal) and 'butter up'. Rare in casual speech; more in written or formal speech.
例句
He always fawns on his boss to try to get a promotion.
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The students fawned on their teacher to get better grades.
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Some people fawn on celebrities to feel important.
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You don’t have to fawn on her just because she’s popular.
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People who constantly fawn on the manager annoy everyone else at the office.
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She’s not impressed by people who fawn on her; she prefers honesty.
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