Praise with ulterior motives Crossword Clue

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Praise with ulterior motives Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. excessive or insincere praise

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ULTERIOR (adjective)
1. coming at a subsequent time or stage
2. lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed (especially being kept in the background or deliberately concealed)
PRAISE (noun)
1. an expression of approval and commendation
2. offering words of homage as an act of worship
PRAISE (verb)
1. express approval of

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