| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Most ingratiatingly earnest | The Washington Post | 26 Feb 2020 |
| Most ingratiatingly earnest | LA Times Daily | 26 Feb 2020 |
| Most ingratiating hosts in small, manservant's housing | The Telegraph Toughie | 14 Jan 2016 |
| Most unctuous | Premier Sunday | 18 Oct 2015 |
| Most unctuous | ||
| Most insincere |