flattered
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This compared with a profit of 2 billion euros Munich Re made a year before, when its results were flattered by exceptionally low major-loss expenditures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2026
The end of regulatory tailwinds that recently flattered the group’s results mean Fresenius Medical Care could be set for an operating profit contraction, according to JPM.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
Although there were some big plays, the game was not as entertaining as anticipated as ASU claimed a 24-17 win that flattered Kansas.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026
Again, I was surprised — and flattered — to find myself on the guest list, and naturally I wanted to know what the occasion was.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026
Part of me just wants to be with Erin, and yet, another part of me’s intrigued, kind of flattered, and a little nervous, all at once.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
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