Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that best expresses the meaning of the given phrase.

To be servile or cringing

  1. feign

  2. fawn

  3. flick

  4. femur
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Fawn means to seek favor or attention through flattery, submissiveness, or servile behavior - exactly matching 'to be servile or cringing'. It describes someone acting obsequiously to gain advantage. Feign means to pretend or simulate. Flick is a light, sharp movement. Femur is the thigh bone - anatomical term.

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