Suck Up — synonyms, definition

1. suck up (Verb)

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suck up (Verb) — Take in, also metaphorically. ex. "The sponge sucks up water well"

suck up (Verb) — Ingratiate oneself to; often with insincere behaviour. ex. "She is sucking up to the chairman"

suck up (Verb) — Try to gain favour by cringing or flattering. ex. "He is always sucking up to his boss"

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