An "apple polisher" is one who gives gifts to win friendship or special treatment. It is not exactly a bribe, but is close to it.

“擦苹果的人”是指给人送礼以赢得友谊或特殊待遇的人。虽说不上是贿赂，但也差不多。

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Jane: she is a real apple polisher. She crawls around the boss all day. No wonder she could win.

简：她是个马屁精，整天围着老板转，难怪会赢呢。

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Jane: she is a real apple polisher. She crawls around the boss all day. No wonder she could win.

简：她是个马屁精，整天围着老板转，难怪会赢呢。

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