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grovel

/ˈɡroʊvəl/ verb · British & US
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What does grovel mean?

verb

To lie or sit at the feet of someone, especially in a humble or submissive attitude. To behave in a servile or obsequious manner.

Example

"The politician was forced to grovel before the angry crowd."

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