verb
the act of behaving in a subservient or overly obedient manner in order to gain favor or approval
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The politician was accused of toadying to the wealthy donors in exchange for campaign contributions.
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I can't stand toadying behavior, it's so transparent and insincere.
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Stop toadying up to the boss, it's embarrassing to watch.
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Her constant toadying to authority figures left her with no true friends.