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Hanger-on noun
Someone who hangs around with a famous, rich or important person or group of people in order to get personal advantage from them.
Despite being a magnet for hangers-on and overzealous admirers, John's still a poised and polite young man.
Mary's such a hanger-on. When I was poor, she avoided me, but now I'm rich, she is always following me.
Used to refer to a person who flatters people who are powerful
This noun dates from 1540s.
Do you see anything wrong?
This idiom is often used to express that you should accept an unpleasant situation or event because you cannot change it.
I have some troubles with my projects recently, but I know these things are sent to try us.
