grovelled

[US]/ˈɡrɒv.əld/
[UK]/ˈɡrɑː.veld/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to act in a servile manner; to show excessive humility; to lie or crawl on the ground

Phrases & Collocations

grovelled for mercy

grovelled at feet

grovelled in shame

grovelled to authority

grovelled before him

grovelled for forgiveness

grovelled in defeat

grovelled for help

grovelled to please

Example Sentences

he grovelled before his boss for a second chance.

she grovelled to her parents after breaking their trust.

the student grovelled to the teacher for extra credit.

he grovelled in apology after the argument.

she grovelled at his feet, begging for forgiveness.

they grovelled to the committee for a favorable decision.

after the mistake, he grovelled to regain his reputation.

she grovelled to her friends for a chance to explain.

he grovelled to the audience, hoping for their approval.

they grovelled before the powerful leader for support.

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