as in to appease
often disapproving
to gain favor or approval for (yourself) by doing or saying things that people like
She has tried to ingratiate herself with voters by promising a tax cut.
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Recent Examples of ingratiate
The scene takes place in 2014, well away from the singularity of robot sentience, but at that point in Harrison’s compressed yet expansive drama, the idea of an artificial intelligence ingratiating itself into a human family already feels eerie.
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Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 6 Feb. 2025
Seeing anyone go through anything challenging ingratiates that person to you.
—Max Gao, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Jan. 2025
Lauren's Polo gear also ingratiated itself into the hip-hop scene with many rappers incorporating the brand into their signature looks.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
Netanyahu, perhaps seeking to ingratiate himself to his host, praised Trump’s efforts.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2025
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Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 6 Feb. 2025
Seeing anyone go through anything challenging ingratiates that person to you.
—Max Gao, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Jan. 2025
Lauren's Polo gear also ingratiated itself into the hip-hop scene with many rappers incorporating the brand into their signature looks.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
Netanyahu, perhaps seeking to ingratiate himself to his host, praised Trump’s efforts.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ingratiate
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This year, the airliner, led by CEO Bob Jordan, has tried to increase profits — and appease powerful activist investor Elliott Investment Management — by initiating its first mass layoffs in company history.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
4 Apr. 2025
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Lawsuits brought to appease Trump or punish his enemies are brought for an improper purpose.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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Huckleberry Cobbler is a true surprise with a burst of wild berries and comforting spice, weaving together bright sweetness, tart Huckleberry, and rich streusel flavors.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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So when Bass and other politicians crow about speedily taking care of one part of reconstituting fire areas, survivors of these and future fires easily see how empty even comforting words can be.—
Thomas Elias,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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May the love of God and the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ bless and console us during this time of sorrow - Our Lady of Belen, Pray for Us.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2025
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Jeff noticed Joe’s worried demeanor and, in a Survivor first, gave him permission to leave his tribe’s mat in order to console Eva.—
Brian Anthony Hernandez,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Ingratiate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ingratiate. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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