grovel

Example Sentences

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In the movie, the editor of a literary magazine is forced to grovel for publishing a suddenly disfavored play.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2024

On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul made Suozzi drive to Albany to all but grovel for her support.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2023

Elrond isn’t the only elf who has to grovel among the rabble in this episode.

From New York Times • Sep. 23, 2022

Another added, "A fine day to grovel to your overlord$ eh? Get off your knees, charlatan."

From Salon • Feb. 21, 2022

She would be abject, she would cling and grovel.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood