Meaning of the word "bow and scrape" in English

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bow and scrape

US /boʊ ənd skreɪp/
UK /bəʊ ənd skreɪp/
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Idiom

to behave in an excessively humble or subservient way, often to gain favor

Example:
He had to bow and scrape to the boss to get the promotion.
I refuse to bow and scrape to anyone just to be liked.