He's just trying to play up to the boss to get a promotion
She always plays up to the teacher to get extra credit
Don't try to play up to me; just tell me what you want
The child was playing up to his grandmother, hoping for a treat
He's known for playing up to the crowd during his performances
She didn't like the way he was playing up to the clients
Is he really that nice, or is he just playing up to you?
Politicians often play up to the voters before an election
The younger sibling was always playing up to the older one to get their way
He felt that the actor was playing up to the audience too much
Did you see how the crowd played up to the new singer?
Yes, they were cheering for everything she did.
She really knows how to work an audience.
He tried to play up to the boss for a promotion
He flattered the boss for a promotion
He sought favor with the boss to get promoted