flattered
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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
Mourinho said he was "very flattered" to be offered the job of replacing Ferguson "because Manchester United has an incredible appeal".
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
“I was surprised — and flattered — to find myself on the guest list.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 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
Because now Eisman was so obviously listening to you, and, as he listened so selectively, you felt flattered.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
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