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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

brownnosing

/braʊnˈnoʊsɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does brownnosing mean?

noun

The act of trying to win favor by flattering people in power or by doing what they want, often in an insincere way. Behavior that is excessively flattering or servile, especially in order to gain advantage or favor.

Example

"The politician was accused of brownnosing the wealthy donor by attending every charity event they hosted."

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