carry (someone's) water
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To be subservient to and uncritical of someone; to do someone's bidding. The dictator made sure to surround himself with those who would eagerly carry his water. I hate my job. I have to carry my boss's water or risk getting fired!
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carry (someone's) water
To support someone, especially in an submissive or uncritical manner.
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