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flattering

[flat-er-ing] / ˈflæt ər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
laudatory
Synonyms


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WSJ | Buy Side: Upgrade your athleisure wardrobe with these comfy, flattering men’s joggers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2026

"On this… it's all very flattering," he said.

From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026

Earlier that morning, Axios co-founder Jim VandeHei published a flattering bulletin placing Schmitt atop the speculative short list to be Vice President JD Vance’s 2028 running mate, quoting admirers of the senator.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

Through the muscle pain, mental strain and those loose-fitting uniforms that are shapeless and weirdly flattering, our marriage got its groove back.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026

Hardly less flattering had been the attentions paid her by conspicuous individuals.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley


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