as in appeases
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 ingratiates
During a standout setpiece at the restaurant — opened after hours for the celebrity couple, to the bristling resentment of the staff — Tony sufficiently ingratiates himself with the Americans that Jack agrees to read Amin’s script.
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025
Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ingratiates
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For me, that comforts and strengthens my faith.—
Brad Schmitt,
The Tennessean,
28 Aug. 2025
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Julia comforts him with a soothing song, offering her Saint Anthony necklace to watch over him.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Head coach Kevin O'Connell of the Minnesota Vikings consoles Justin Jefferson #18 on the sidelines after a fumble during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Ingratiates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ingratiates. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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