ingratiate [verb]

Definition of ingratiate:

To gain favor with someone by flattering or obliging them; to work one's way into someone's good graces.

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Sentence/Example of ingratiate:

The new employee tried to ingratiate himself with the boss by working extra hours.

She ingratiated herself with her in-laws by showering them with compliments.

He was always trying to ingratiate himself with the popular crowd.

The politician ingratiated himself with voters by making promises he couldn't keep.

The salesperson ingratiated herself with the customer by offering a discount.

The child tried to ingratiate himself with the babysitter by being extra helpful.

The job applicant ingratiated himself with the interviewer by praising the company.

The student ingratiated himself with the teacher by asking thoughtful questions.

The actor ingratiated himself with the director by flattering their work.

The new neighbor ingratiated herself with the community by organizing a block party.

The politician ingratiated himself with the elderly by promising lower taxes.

The sales representative ingratiated himself with the client by offering free samples.

The child ingratiated himself with his parents by helping with chores.

The employee ingratiated himself with the boss by taking on extra responsibilities.

The job applicant ingratiated herself with the interviewer by highlighting her skills.

The student ingratiated himself with the teacher by participating actively in class.

The actor ingratiated himself with the director by complimenting their vision.

The new neighbor ingratiated herself with the community by volunteering at the local school.

The politician ingratiated himself with the young voters by promising free tuition.

The salesperson ingratiated herself with the client by offering personalized service.

The child ingratiated himself with his grandparents by spending quality time with them.

The employee ingratiated himself with the boss by suggesting cost-saving measures.

The job applicant ingratiated herself with the interviewer by demonstrating enthusiasm.

The student ingratiated himself with the teacher by seeking extra help outside of class.

The actor ingratiated himself with the director by showing genuine interest in the project.