flattered

Example Sentences

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Jurors were told she knew Ward had been in films and on TV and felt flattered when he asked for her Snapchat handle.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Harrington said he is flattered by the praise, but he did not want to overstate his own importance on Burnham's journey.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

I was very flattered, but I also understand the responsibility.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 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

Cara was flattered, but her smile turned to a frown.

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements