flattered
Example Sentences
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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
These include higher research and development capitalization that helped automotive margins, and a 300-million-euro partner prepayment that flattered free cash flow.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Burwell said he’s flattered by recent online praise from the likes of Ethel Cain, Flying Lotus and Kid Cudi for his score.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
Jurors were previously told she knew Ward had been in films and on TV and felt flattered when he asked for her Snapchat handle.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
And yet I’m flattered that Hilly has so much faith that someone like him would be interested in someone like me.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
