Question 1

What does "kiss up to" mean?

Accepted Answer

To use excessive flattery or compliance toward a specific person in order to gain favour or advantage.

Question 2

How do you use "kiss up to" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

She was always kissing up to the department head, hoping for a better assignment.

Question 3

Is "kiss up to" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"kiss up to" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. This is the prepositional (inseparable) form. The object always follows 'to.' Strongly implies insincerity. Very common in North American English, especially among students and workers talking about colleagues.

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