Court Favour (Verb)
Meaning
Seek favor by fawning or flattery; "This employee is currying favor with his superordinates".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The ambitious politician courted favour with wealthy donors by attending their charity events and praising their philanthropic efforts.
- She was known for her charm, which helped her court favour with even the toughest of critics at the office.
- In a last-ditch attempt to get promoted, the employee began to court favour with the boss by offering unsolicited help with projects.
- The new student tried to court favour with the teacher by arriving early to class and asking thoughtful questions.
- He was accused of trying to court favour with the board of directors by consistently agreeing with their decisions, even when they were flawed.