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Kowtow
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kowtow, postración
a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission
to kowtow
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rendirse a, humillarse ante
to attempt at pleasing an authority by excessively flattering and obeying them
Example
Some employees kowtow to the CEO, hoping to gain favor or promotions.
Algunos empleados se rinden al CEO, con la esperanza de ganar favor o ascensos.
She kowtowed to her professor, believing that it would help her get a better grade.
Ella se humilló ante su profesor, creyendo que eso la ayudaría a obtener una mejor nota.
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arrastrarse
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
