grovel
Example Sentences
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He has no use for expertise or talent; he prefers people who will grovel before him.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
After the commissioner makes this conceited Yank grovel, Marty simply replies, “It’s every man for himself where I come from.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025
On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul made Suozzi drive to Albany to all but grovel for her support.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2023
Elrond isn’t the only elf who has to grovel among the rabble in this episode.
From New York Times • Sep. 23, 2022
He refused to give them the satisfaction of seeing him grovel.
From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge
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