to behave like a spoiled child
あまえる
Verb, Intransitive
1.
to behave like a spoiled child, to fawn on
2.
to take advantage of, to presume upon (e.g. another's benevolence), to depend on
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子供が母親に甘える。
The child acts spoiled towards its mother.
彼の成功は、周囲の支援に甘えることなく、自らの努力で勝ち取ったものだ。
His success was won through his own efforts, without presuming upon the support of those around him.
困った時は、遠慮なく私に甘えてください。
When you're in trouble, please don't hesitate to rely on me.
猫が飼い主に甘える姿はとても可愛い。
The sight of a cat fawning on its owner is very cute.
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