grovel
US /ˈɡrɑː.vəl/
UK /ˈɡrɒv.əl/
动词
匍匐, 卑躬屈膝, 奴颜婢膝
to show submission or fear
示例:
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The dog groveled at its master's feet.
狗在主人脚下匍匐。
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He had to grovel for forgiveness after his mistake.
他犯错后不得不卑躬屈膝地请求原谅。