flatter
Example Sentences
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"We know in the world of sports when you see good performances and good results everyone thinks of success and people try to flatter you but when you lose it is a catastrophe," he added.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026
Former world number one Medvedev generally hits flatter with his groundstrokes, meaning the ball stays lower on the clay and allows his opponents to return more comfortably.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
You will see, especially among younger people, more entrepreneurs launching smaller businesses or flatter structures as a result of these tools.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
That new outlook reflects a “recognition of our ability to continue to drive against our roadmap” with a “smaller, more nimble, flatter organizational structure,” Ahuja said.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026
Paul wasn’t one for small talk or gossip, and she didn’t flatter or pass out compliments easily.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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