take a compliment
Definition of take a compliment
: to believe that the nice things said about one are true —usually used in negative statements She can't take a compliment.
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: to get into one's hands or into one's possession, power, or control: such as
: to seize or capture physically
: to get possession of (fish or game) by killing or capturing
: a distinct or personal point of view, outlook, or assessment
: a distinct treatment or variation
: an act or the action of taking: such as
: an expression of esteem, respect, affection, or admiration
: an admiring remark
: formal and respectful recognition : honor
: to express esteem, respect, affection, or admiration to : to pay a compliment to
: to present with a token of esteem
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