To praise someone; to flatter someone to attain his/her favor, especially before asking them for something
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- When we butter up the slice of bread, we actually make it more delicious. Similarly, when we need a favor and support of someone, we often praise or flatter him/her.
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If you can butter her up, she may accept your friendship offer, else it seems impossible.
Submitted on February 25, 2019
Modified by TriplePurple on February 27, 2024
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给某人涂黄油
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