Example Sentences

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Little wonder then that Musk has been heaping compliments on ASML, posting on X Saturday that “ASML should be treasured. It is arguably the greatest company in Europe.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Bloom’s compliments were often accompanied by complaints about himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The woman crouches, coaxing the animal with sweet compliments and a stick of sugarcane she brought with her.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

While the two candidates have needled each other with personal digs and insults throughout much of the campaign, they appeared to set that energy aside during the Clovis forum and even traded some compliments.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

“The captain’s compliments, Mr. Bowditch. He’ll see you below.”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham