All 4 Uses

obsequious
in
The Bourne Identity
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The owner sighed and shrugged, uttering obsequious phrases of apology and assurance.†
Chpt 3 *

obsequious = excessively eager to flatter or serve
Irritation and disturbance vanished with her words, replaced by an obsequiousness not seen since the court of Versailles.†
Chpt 13

obsequiousness = excessive eagerness to flatter or serve
"Philippe," said the salesclerk, frightened, obsequious.†
Chpt 27

obsequious = excessively eager to flatter or serve
Trignon's hands were held out palms up, his face pinched in an obsequious smile.†
Chpt 28

Definitions:

(1) (obsequious)
too eager to please, flatter, or obey someone -- often in a way that seems insincere
(2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)