kowtow
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- A former chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission
Verb
- Bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
- Try to gain favor by cringing or flattering
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📰 This Word in the News:
John Ivison: A Liberal majority might finally stop kowtowing to Quebec
Mar 11, 2026 Yahoo News Canada
Mar 11, 2026 Yahoo News Canada
DAP reminded of its roots as “opposition with fangs; don’t simply kowtow to PMX’s whims and fancies”
Dec 3, 2025 Focus Malaysia
Dec 3, 2025 Focus Malaysia