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as in laudatory
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as in excessive
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as in praising
to praise too much
the billionaire has an army of assistants who are eager to flatter him at every opportunity
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as in priding
to think highly of (oneself)
don't flatter yourself that no one has ever thought of that idea before
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Recent Examples of flattering
Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Hughes’ efforts permitted the Canucks to end the first period level with the Senators at 2-2, a flattering result given Ottawa’s sharp play and Vancouver’s listless form to start the contest.
—Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Angela Lei, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Known for its body-flattering shapes and timeless silhouettes, these clothes can’t be missed.
—Michelle Mastro, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
For the winter, a turtleneck under a nice wool suit creates a flattering silhouette on most men.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Hughes’ efforts permitted the Canucks to end the first period level with the Senators at 2-2, a flattering result given Ottawa’s sharp play and Vancouver’s listless form to start the contest.
—Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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With a form-flattering high-rise silhouette and flared hem that elongates the legs, these jeans epitomize statement everyday wearability.
—Angela Lei, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Known for its body-flattering shapes and timeless silhouettes, these clothes can’t be missed.
—Michelle Mastro, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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But the path down memory lane is twisted, and while trying to debunk the many laudatory myths that have grown up around him, Fife’s deteriorating mind just ends up creating more, a contradiction that Schrader conveys with a whole armory of experimental visual flourishes.Damon Wise, Deadline, 4 Dec. 2024
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But these laudatory aims will ultimately be overwhelmed by rigid adherence to grand-strategic primacy, by which the United States, seeking to dominate each region permanently, fuels intense security competition with rising or assertive powers.Stephen Wertheim, Foreign Affairs, 25 Jan. 2021
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However, being unable to control excessive behaviors can cause people to stretch beyond their means and compromise their well-being and personal sustainability.Sandro da Silva, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Because peace had prevailed for 15 years following the end of World War I, Borah argued, global military spending was excessive.Mitch McConnell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
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This combination of quality reporting and fulsome data analysis can guide an investor away from all the noisy, contrived optimism to quiet, accurate realism.John S. Tobey, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Guitars are particularly fulsome, with Mark Knopfler’s plucking on You and Your Friend sounding rounded and lifelike.Benny Har-Even, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The complaints accuse PBMs, like CVS Caremark and OptumRx, of manipulating the system by demanding large rebates from drug manufacturers in exchange for favorable placement on formularies, which led to inflated drug prices for health plans.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Their remaining schedule until the new year is favorable.Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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With a gleaming library, a high-tech theater with seating wrapped around its stage, and the Grand Dutch Café bringing a bit of that Netherlands feel, Rotterdam is sophisticated without being pretentious.David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 14 Dec. 2024
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Despite having the world’s most extensive collection of Napa Valley wine — the list is more than 170 pages long — there is nothing pretentious about Press.Katie Sweeney, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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Scroll on for six trainer trends to note for 2025. Partnerships, partnerships, partnerships Collaborations have always been a powerful tool on the sneaker landscape, with the most coveted styles selling at inflated prices on resale sites long after their initial release.Alice Cary, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
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Mangione, reportedly motivated by anger toward corporate practices, is said to have been driven by similar frustrations that these lawsuits target, especially concerning the inflated costs of essential drugs.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Join us in applauding this young hero.Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Jeff Bezos is applauding his fiancée Lauren Sánchez for her eventful year!Charna Flam, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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However, a powerful shift really begins to unfold for you on January 11, when the North Node of Destiny officially enters Pisces, driving you toward personal growth and positive relationship developments.Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Flattering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flattering. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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