flattered

Example Sentences

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It was generally in a way that flattered their returns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

The reasons have to do with how accountants treat all that AI spending, plus some longer-term trends that have flattered corporate profitability.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Flustered, but flattered, Dianne is preparing to sign a napkin when the fan explains that she especially liked the sitcom “Bless This Mess.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Geisel himself admitted he was "naturally flattered" by Helen's praise.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

He was flattered, it was true, yet his expression clearly showed that he agreed with Reynie, that he rather thought someone should have given him such a present before now.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart