kiss someone's ass
(idiomatic, slang) To flatter someone (especially a superior) in an obsequious manner, and to support their every opinion to gain their favor.
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(idiomatic, slang) To flatter someone (especially a superior) in an obsequious manner, and to support their every opinion to gain their favor.
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(North America, slang) An obsequious person who tries to win the favor of someone, usually their superior.
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