Moderate as in crawl To fawn or excessively flatter someone, usually in an attempt to gain favor or approval. Clear All
3 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Apple-polish'
Jane tried to apple-polish her teacher by complimenting every lesson, hoping for a better grade.
Instead of apple-polishing, Mary focused on her skills, confident that her work would speak for itself.
The teenager attempted to apple-polish his way into joining the exclusive social club.
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