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"Butter someone up" means to flatter or praise someone excessively, usually to gain their favor or get something in return.
For example:
She’s just buttering up the manager because she wants a promotion.
If you want Dad to lend you the car, you might have to butter him up first.
It’s often used in a slightly playful or critical way, implying insincerity.
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