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Kowtow
01
叩头, 磕头
a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission
to kowtow
01
奉承, 阿谀
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.
一些员工奉承首席执行官，希望获得宠爱或晋升。
She kowtowed to her professor, believing that it would help her get a better grade.
她阿谀奉承她的教授，相信这会帮助她得到更好的成绩。
02
叩头, 跪拜
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
