as in congratulations
best wishes
please extend our compliments to the chef for a great meal
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as in congratulates
to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
complimented her on her election victory
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Recent Examples of compliments
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2025
But there were – among the fawning compliments and the conviction an elusive peace was near – bits of good news for Ukraine.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Last season, which most Patriots fans would rather not think about, there were still a few highlight-reel moments, compliments of Maye.
—Tyler Geis, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Hart will insult Hammerstein as a third-rate talent and then, upon being face-to-face with his rival, spews over-the-top compliments.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
Expect many compliments, followed by utter shock when people find out the hoops are under $50 while looking like the epitome of modern luxury.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
The polished polo will set you up for tons of compliments, according to one reviewer.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Oct. 2025
Fans loved seeing Klum on the runway, filling the comment section with compliments for the model.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
There were many compliments for the Europeans, too.
—Kevin Coulson, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 Oct. 2025
Perfect for showcasing small art pieces and mementos in the living room, fine china in the dining room, or books in a home office, the classic geometric cupboard compliments the decor inside of it.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
The pigment is creamy, lasts forever, and compliments an eye-liner wing or moody eye shadow.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
When Ashley’s name comes up, Rachel compliments Ashley on using her as a shield, while Will says Ash joined a solid alliance that protected her throughout the game.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 28 Sep. 2025
The smokiness compliments the meal very well.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
That's a statement that also indirectly compliments the director for pulling off the miracle.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Swift sits next to Kelce and compliments his light blue sweater.
—Bryan West, The Tennessean, 13 Aug. 2025
The mouthwatering taste of the onion bun compliments the flavorful turkey ham and pastrami.
—Toriano Porter, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
Noun
Evaless Lightweight Diamond Quilted Jacket A personal favorite, this blue-gray jacket's unique hue is sure to get compliments.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2025
But there were – among the fawning compliments and the conviction an elusive peace was near – bits of good news for Ukraine.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Last season, which most Patriots fans would rather not think about, there were still a few highlight-reel moments, compliments of Maye.
—Tyler Geis, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Hart will insult Hammerstein as a third-rate talent and then, upon being face-to-face with his rival, spews over-the-top compliments.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
Expect many compliments, followed by utter shock when people find out the hoops are under $50 while looking like the epitome of modern luxury.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
The polished polo will set you up for tons of compliments, according to one reviewer.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Oct. 2025
Fans loved seeing Klum on the runway, filling the comment section with compliments for the model.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
There were many compliments for the Europeans, too.
—Kevin Coulson, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
Miller isn’t the only one tossing compliments Kalkbrenner’s way, either.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 Oct. 2025
Perfect for showcasing small art pieces and mementos in the living room, fine china in the dining room, or books in a home office, the classic geometric cupboard compliments the decor inside of it.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
The pigment is creamy, lasts forever, and compliments an eye-liner wing or moody eye shadow.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
When Ashley’s name comes up, Rachel compliments Ashley on using her as a shield, while Will says Ash joined a solid alliance that protected her throughout the game.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 28 Sep. 2025
The smokiness compliments the meal very well.
—Emily Price, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
That's a statement that also indirectly compliments the director for pulling off the miracle.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Swift sits next to Kelce and compliments his light blue sweater.
—Bryan West, The Tennessean, 13 Aug. 2025
The mouthwatering taste of the onion bun compliments the flavorful turkey ham and pastrami.
—Toriano Porter, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliments
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At the tip meeting, Sandy congratulates the interior team and, in so many gentle words, tells the deck team to do better.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
21 Oct. 2025
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Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes congratulates players after a first half scoring drive against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens at Folsom Field on September 6, 2025 in Boulder, Colorado.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Much of her content is focused on safety in regards to sun exposure.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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The players, according to sources close to the squad, do not know what to expect with regards to Postecoglou’s future — there is a mood of uncertainty.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The car is not the Camaro in most other respects, too, with the interior getting a bespoke redesign, the body panels changed, the bumpers changed, the front grille reworked, and the headlights and tail lights updated, too.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
15 Oct. 2025
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Beyoncé is paying her respects to a music icon.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In his role as an officer, Baker received multiple chief’s commendations, including one in 2011 for his role in flawlessly executing multiple critical tasks during a domestic shooting incident involving a man who allegedly shot and wounded his wife in their suburban townhouse neighborhood.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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Highest commendations to those who made history voting for and passing it through both chambers of the legislature.—
Robert Turner,
Baltimore Sun,
2 June 2025
Noun
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Of his first impressions of his future wife, Plemons had nothing but praise.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Orange juice often gets praise for its immune-supporting vitamin C content.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Compliments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliments. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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