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as in congratulated
to praise too much
the billionaire has an army of assistants who are eager to flatter him at every opportunity
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as in prided
to think highly of (oneself)
don't flatter yourself that no one has ever thought of that idea before
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Recent Examples of flattered
Wilson says he's flattered he was thought of to voice a dog.
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 14 Jan. 2026
The margin flattered no one; Barcelona was that good, and Athletic had no answer.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
The requests left him feeling uneasy rather than flattered.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
He was almost flattered that the industry would single out his RAISE Act, which requires new AI safety standards, among other changes.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Previously, Dimon has been flattered by the questions but has not responded firmly one way or the other.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Green Bay scored 28 points in the second half – including 21 straight points in the final quarter – to put the result out of reach before a late Steelers touchdown flattered the scoreline, with the Packers winning 35-25.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
She was particularly flattered by a recurring nod in Prime Video‘s Overcompensating, which featured a cameo from Fox.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Your 11-year-old self must have felt quite flattered.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2025
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 14 Jan. 2026
The margin flattered no one; Barcelona was that good, and Athletic had no answer.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
The requests left him feeling uneasy rather than flattered.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
He was almost flattered that the industry would single out his RAISE Act, which requires new AI safety standards, among other changes.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Previously, Dimon has been flattered by the questions but has not responded firmly one way or the other.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Green Bay scored 28 points in the second half – including 21 straight points in the final quarter – to put the result out of reach before a late Steelers touchdown flattered the scoreline, with the Packers winning 35-25.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 27 Oct. 2025
She was particularly flattered by a recurring nod in Prime Video‘s Overcompensating, which featured a cameo from Fox.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Your 11-year-old self must have felt quite flattered.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flattered
Verb
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The pair exchanged smiles and kisses as the accolade was engraved, while Chalamet also congratulated fellow winner Paul Thomas Anderson, who took home the Best Screenplay award for One Battle After Another.—
Clare Fisher,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Trump congratulated Microsoft on its efforts to keep prices in check, suggesting that other companies will make similar commitments.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
13 Jan. 2026
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Since its early beginnings in the living room of a Lakeview condominium 20 years ago, Glenview’s Oil Lamp Theater has prided itself in delivering an intimate live performance.—
Jennifer Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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Ever since it was first formed as the California Basketball Association in 1952, the West Coast Conference has prided itself on its collection of like-minded, regional universities.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Dec. 2025
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The judging panel, which this year included actor Emma Watson, commended the property for capturing the spirit of Beijing through its blends of traditional Hutong architecture and modern refinement.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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The dean of the diplomatic corps, François commended the council for establishing specialized judicial units to investigate financial crimes and mass atrocities.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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So instead of being booed for trading top prospect Owen Caissie, Hoyer is expected to be applauded for giving Bregman a five-year, $175 million deal that solidifies the Cubs lineup in the absence of Kyle Tucker, the star of last year’s Cubs Convention who remains unsigned.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
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Council Member Cynthia Meyer applauded Joyce and her department’s work, praising the detailed presentation about Bastrop’s visitors.—
Aaron Sullivan,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Jan. 2026
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Special teams coordinator Tracy Smith has also routinely praised Scott’s willingness to do whatever is asked of him.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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Officials praised the responders and said many of them received specialized water rescue training thanks to a federal grant.—
Christine Sloan,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Or opt for the Oil Ceremony, where layers of delicately scented oils are massaged into the skin in a soothing ritual.—
Caitlin Gunther,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Dec. 2025
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Those of us without earplugs stupidly massaged our jaws, heads tilted, eyelids quivering, listening to overtones through our teeth.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
28 Nov. 2025
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Influenced by her Indian heritage, Japanese craft philosophy, and the traditions of Shetland knitting, her work is highly distinctive and also wholly wearable; David and I stroked scarves, asymmetric wraps, and sweaters with yearning.—
Sarah Moss,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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Trump’s allies have always stroked his ego to get their way.—
Chris Brennan,
USA Today,
11 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Joey McGuire pulled Morton toward him and whispered something to his quarterback, who then puffed his chest and went forward with the postgame conference.—
Ty Kaplan,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Jan. 2026
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Bake in preheated oven until puffed and golden, about 25 minutes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Flattered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flattered. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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