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
Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Genuine compliments move work forward with steady grace.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie sat in their Hawaiian thrones mostly doling out compliments.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
Too few compliments make kids feel slighted, while too many can inspire arrogance.
—Wayne Parker, Parents, 8 Mar. 2026
There are plenty of smaller trees to choose from that beautify your yard and win compliments from neighbors.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Bruno Mars’ heroes are drowning in compliments.
—Brittany Spanos, Pitchfork, 3 Mar. 2026
Rather than bask in those compliments, Bilodeau worked to refine his game, fulfilling Cronin’s prophecy.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
McDowell accepted the compliments from his coach with a smile.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
At times the president either compliments the serial killer or compares Lecter’s time in an asylum to that of immigrants seeking asylum — though the constant references to Hannibal the Cannibal might fall into comparison given the president’s own rather carnivorous-leaning diet.
—Costa Beavin Pappas, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
Inside, the modern look compliments perfectly.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
In his own confessional interview, Jordan compliments Kirk’s appearance.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 4 Feb. 2026
Lead Bartender Breann Anzar has created an impressive cocktail program that compliments Chef Lindsey’s exquisite menu.
—David Duran, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026
The trick is to choose a nude shade that compliments your skin tone and apply a top coat so glossy and reflective your nails almost appear see-through.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 23 Jan. 2026
New to Xcel is Celebrity’s first-ever Hydra Room, a warm, bubbling pool with massaging jets and heated lounge chairs, that compliments the Thermal Suite’s other therapeutic experiences, including steam and an ocean view sauna.
—Susan Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
Tina sings lines about Cécred's Restoring Hair & Edge Drops and Nourishing Hair Oil, before hairstylist David Lopez compliments her vocals.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Noun
Wear it with your favorite jeans and flats and you’re guaranteed to win some compliments on the street.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Genuine compliments move work forward with steady grace.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026
Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie sat in their Hawaiian thrones mostly doling out compliments.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
Too few compliments make kids feel slighted, while too many can inspire arrogance.
—Wayne Parker, Parents, 8 Mar. 2026
There are plenty of smaller trees to choose from that beautify your yard and win compliments from neighbors.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Bruno Mars’ heroes are drowning in compliments.
—Brittany Spanos, Pitchfork, 3 Mar. 2026
Rather than bask in those compliments, Bilodeau worked to refine his game, fulfilling Cronin’s prophecy.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
McDowell accepted the compliments from his coach with a smile.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
Palkhiwala compliments me on my watch, which only does one thing.
—Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
At times the president either compliments the serial killer or compares Lecter’s time in an asylum to that of immigrants seeking asylum — though the constant references to Hannibal the Cannibal might fall into comparison given the president’s own rather carnivorous-leaning diet.
—Costa Beavin Pappas, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
Inside, the modern look compliments perfectly.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
In his own confessional interview, Jordan compliments Kirk’s appearance.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 4 Feb. 2026
Lead Bartender Breann Anzar has created an impressive cocktail program that compliments Chef Lindsey’s exquisite menu.
—David Duran, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026
The trick is to choose a nude shade that compliments your skin tone and apply a top coat so glossy and reflective your nails almost appear see-through.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 23 Jan. 2026
New to Xcel is Celebrity’s first-ever Hydra Room, a warm, bubbling pool with massaging jets and heated lounge chairs, that compliments the Thermal Suite’s other therapeutic experiences, including steam and an ocean view sauna.
—Susan Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2025
Tina sings lines about Cécred's Restoring Hair & Edge Drops and Nourishing Hair Oil, before hairstylist David Lopez compliments her vocals.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compliments
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But then the public address announcer congratulates Charlisse Leger-Walker for her four All-Pac-12 honors and her conference title with Washington State (which came at UCLA’s expense), and the whole ceremony starts to make less sense.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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The rep excuses herself; in the hallway, Stephen congratulates Lucy.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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That’s why an X-ray telescope that would be superior in those regards has so much discovery potential just awaiting it.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Black & Gold supporters can offer their kind regards to Alajuelense in person on Tuesday, when the 31-time top flight Costa Rican winners visit BMO Stadium for the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Football players at power conference schools resemble pro athletes in many respects, while football players at FCS schools might not.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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The outcome of the dispute will depend on whether Campbell’s can prove the label matches in all relevant respects what’s inside the relationship.—
Dan Eaton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Also presented with various commendations during the 2025 induction ceremony were Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Thom Bell and Lenny Waronker.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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The officers' actions earned them commendations as well as a Distinguished Service Award from the city of Bethlehem, one of three Hobson's received in the last two years.—
Janelle Griffith,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Beyond the star’s praise, the everyday pick boasts a versatile design and unique asymmetrical silhouette that’ll earn compliments galore.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
8 Mar. 2026
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So far, the movie has drawn mixed reviews from critics, though most of them have nothing but praise for Buckley.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Compliments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compliments. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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