flattering
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The size of Cruise's star in the movie firmament makes the comparison even less flattering: "Digger" was never going to be in the same ballpark as the multi-billion dollar "Mission: Impossible" franchise.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026
“I do like SI, because ‘artificial’ is not a very flattering thing.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2026
Even by boxing's recent standards, the past 24 hours have been extraordinary - and not a particularly flattering look for the sport.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
In the absence of information, you’ll likely choose the most flattering answer.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 19, 2026
I supposed it was pretty flattering to be mistaken for a relative of the beautiful, glamorous Anna May.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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