Any deity that demands obsequious submission and the willing cessation of rational inquiry isn't a very nice God!. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
And the turbocharger is as obsequious as a courtier. (automobilemag.com)
Although here I admit their impact may be minimal since most litigator - bullies become obsequious and demonstrate faux - respect for opposing counsel in open court where a judge is presiding. (slaw.ca)