Shirabe
  • expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)
  • Godan verb with 'ru' ending
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expressions (phrasesGodan verb with 'ru' ending idiomatic expression word usually written using kana alone to flatter;to toady (to);to curry favor (with);to butter up;to grind sesame seeds
He is buttering up to his boss.
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