1The sycophantic tone of the employee's email was obvious, as they lavished excessive praise on their boss's mediocre idea.
2Is it possible to distinguish between genuine admiration and sycophantic flattery in the workplace, or do they inevitably blur together?
3The politician's sycophantic attitude towards the wealthy donor was widely criticized as a clear example of corruption.
4Avoid sycophantic language in your job application; instead, focus on showcasing your genuine skills and qualifications.
5There is a fine line between being respectful and being sycophantic; the former is a sign of good manners, while the latter is a sign of insincerity.