as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
one of the orphans had a most ingratiating smile
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as in comforting
often disapproving
to gain favor or approval for (yourself) by doing or saying things that people like
She has tried to ingratiate herself with voters by promising a tax cut.
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Recent Examples of ingratiating
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2026
Sweeney stars as Penny Jo, a South Dakota diner waitress with an appealing smile, an ingratiating stammer, a scarf in her hair, and deep reserves of ruthless ambition.
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Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
The shot was redirected home by Marchment, ingratiating him with his new chums.
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Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
21 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
Jehosheba’s mother has her daughter recite an ingratiating thank-you speech to the Aunts.
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Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2026
Sweeney stars as Penny Jo, a South Dakota diner waitress with an appealing smile, an ingratiating stammer, a scarf in her hair, and deep reserves of ruthless ambition.
—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
Patrick, meanwhile, begins ingratiating himself with the neighbors and with Alice, and later Margot.
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Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
The shot was redirected home by Marchment, ingratiating him with his new chums.
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Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
21 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ingratiating
Adjective
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Places like the Dolomites in Italy are especially well suited to private active travel, with charming lodges too small for large tour groups.
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Apparently, mom Donna was meant to go on a date with another guy when Ed saw her, hit her with a not-so-cool-yet-charming pickup line, scooped her and the rest was history.
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Within seconds, Sinner was at his side, comforting his friend and Monte Carlo neighbor.
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With menus inspired by the seasons, rotating dishes, bold flavors and comforting classics adorn the menu, like their famous crispy fried chicken and their shrimp and grits.
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Or keep your blowout intact when doing your makeup or washing your face thanks to these adorable terry cloth headbands.
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In that episode, lone wolf Gibbs got a new special friend, an adorable dog.
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Prior to the trophy ceremony following the match, de Minaur was seen sitting next to Fokina consoling him after yet another brutal loss.
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They could be seen hugging and consoling each other.
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Tauruses usually follow the rules and do what is suggested to thrive and prosper because appeasing others is easier than arguing.
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With the Ambassador Bridge and the tunnel being the current passageway, the economist said the Gordie Howe Bridge will alleviate the backups businesses have been seeing and are trying to avoid, while appeasing the many employees who travel back and forth for work.
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“Ingratiating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ingratiating. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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