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  1. butter up, brown-noseverb

    flatter with the intention of getting something

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  1. brown-nose

    Brown-nose is a term generally used to describe a person who is excessively flattering, often insincerely, towards someone, typically a superior, in order to gain personal advantage or favor. It often has negative connotations indicating the person is not genuine and is only acting this way for their own benefit.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of brown-nose in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of brown-nose in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8


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