1
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
Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2025
Start with this limited-edition lip combo: choose between the ultra-hydrating Balm Dotcom and the effortlessly flattering Lip Liner.
—Blake Bakkila, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2025
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
Studio Joggers $129 $103 at Cozy Earth Lean into comfort while traveling this season with this flattering pair of joggers that’s on sale for 20 percent off in six beautiful shades.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2025
Start with this limited-edition lip combo: choose between the ultra-hydrating Balm Dotcom and the effortlessly flattering Lip Liner.
—Blake Bakkila, Glamour, 10 Jan. 2025
Verb
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flattering
Adjective
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The December murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the often laudatory response to it online has left the industry grappling with how so much anger could be directed towards a sector that purports to keep people healthy.—
Rita Numerof,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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With the leadership mantle passing from the former president to his understudy, Mondale offered a laudatory summation of the Carter administration.—
Mark Barabak,
The Mercury News,
1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But aggressive fire suppression and inattention to urban overgrowth have left excessive, easy-to-ignite vegetation in many areas.—
Justin Angle,
The Conversation,
16 Jan. 2025
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Forgiveness for students who saw excessive loan interest after 10 or 20 years would likely no longer be an option.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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For a more fulsome discussion of these predictions, check out our recent episode of the Remarkable Retail podcast.—
Steve Dennis,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal had a When Harry Met Sally... reunion on Instagram Wednesday in a post that promised an even more fulsome reunion to come.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Elon Musk doesn’t miss an opportunity to take a dig at OpenAI — even when the news item in question is supposed to be favorable to President Trump.—
Chris Welch,
The Verge,
22 Jan. 2025
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Picture a future where devices not only interpret your words but also recognize emotional cues, adapt to your preferences, anticipate needs and support you in creating favorable outcomes at home or work.—
Thorsten Zander,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Mark pulled his sister Devon (Jen Tullock) aside at a party for his pretentious brother-in-law Ricken (Michael Chernus).—
Judy Berman,
TIME,
17 Jan. 2025
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Daniel Brühl co-starred as pretentious director Eric Bouchard, with Aya Cash as producer Anita and Billy Magnussen and Richard E. Grant as actors Adam Randolph and Peter Fairchild.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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What can be said is that, in spite of the inflated prices, there is interest.—
Verity Burns,
WIRED,
22 Jan. 2025
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These inflated prices are also being driven up further by bidding wars.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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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
Adjective
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Healthcare was the only positive sector, up +0.18%, while consumer discretionary fell -3.43%, real estate fell -2.29, and consumer staples fell -2.09%.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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The birds tested positive for H5N1 influenza, the bird flu that has been infecting people, poultry and pets since 2022.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Flattering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flattering. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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