pander
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/ˈpændər/
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/ˈpændə(r)/
To give someone what they want, even if it's not good for them, just to make them happy or to get something from them.
The politician pandered to the crowd, making promises he might not keep, just to win their votes.
这位政治家迎合人群,做出可能不会兑现的承诺,只是为了赢得他们的选票。
To provide something, especially something bad or low quality, just to please people and get their support.
The company pandered to the market, selling cheap products that were not very good, just to make a quick profit.
这家公司迎合市场,出售质量不佳的廉价产品,只是为了快速获利。