sycophant

Example Sentences

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The 48-year-old said he would contact Self’s office to learn exactly why he changed his vote, adding that if Self turns out to be a “sycophant” he won’t vote for him again.

From Washington Post

Imagine being a sycophant for Trump as your legacy.

From Salon

With elected Republicans shunning the event, Trump’s campaign filled the room with the usual Trump sycophants.

From Washington Post

The Virginia Democratic Party quickly seized on Ms. Gabbard’s appearance, dubbing her a “Putin sycophant” and “notorious homophobe.”

From Washington Times

Kiley, running in the Republican-leaning district, calls Jones a sycophant of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, whom he blames for “the sky-high gas and grocery prices crushing our families.”

From Los Angeles Times