Moderate as in toady To fawn or excessively flatter someone, usually in an attempt to gain favor or approval. Clear All
4 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Apple-polish'
During the office meeting, Lisa attempted to apple-polish her way into the manager's good graces by praising his leadership skills.
The employee's transparent apple-polishing only resulted in eye-rolls from colleagues who saw through the insincerity.
Despite the team's poor performance, the coach refused to apple-polish and instead focused on addressing the players' weaknesses.
The teenager attempted to apple-polish his way into joining the exclusive social club.
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