social climbing

uncountable

The act of trying to improve one's social status, especially by obsequious means

Japanese Meaning

自分の社会的地位を向上させようとする行為（特にお世辞やへつらいを通じて）

Her social climbing became obvious at every charity gala, where she flattered donors and befriended influential board members.

彼女の出世志向は、寄付者にお世辞を言い、影響力のある理事たちと親しくなる慈善ガラの場で明らかだった。

Sense（1）

The act of trying to improve one's social status, especially by obsequious means