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A person who agrees with everything their superior or boss says, often insincerely.
yes-man
A person who is excessively interested in and tries to interfere in other people's private lives.
busy-body
A young person who is extremely clever or skilled at something.
whizzkid
A person who talks a lot, often excessively.
chatterbox
A bothersome, annoying, or irritating person or thing.
a pain in the neck
A person who keeps their skills and abilities secret, and often surprises others by performing better than expected.
dark horse
A person with a lot of experience and skill in a particular area.
old hand
Resistant to change; unwilling to try new methods or routines.
set in her ways
A member of a family or group who is regarded as a disgrace or failure.
black sheep
A person who is energetic, enthusiastic, and the center of fun at social gatherings.
life and soul of the party
A very important and influential person (a boss or leader).
big cheese
One bad person who has a negative or corrupting influence on everyone else in a group.
rotten apple
A person who spends a lot of time sitting or lying down, often watching television or playing video games.
couch potato
A person who is uncontrollably unpredictable and prone to causing trouble or damage.
loose cannon
A person who discourages fun, enthusiasm, or enjoyment.
wet blanket
A person who is strong, resilient, and determined, often showing little emotion or vulnerability.
tough cookie
