Example Sentences

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Some accounts said Ogorchukwu had complimented Ferlazzo’s companion while trying to make a sale or ask for spare change, others that he had touched or caressed the companion’s arm.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 6, 2022

It didn't’ take long for Cyrus to notice that the former No Doubt frontwoman had complimented her.

From Fox News • Feb. 1, 2021

Mr. Trump has resisted directly criticizing Mr. Xi, whom he had complimented at various times earlier this year for his handling of the outbreak.

From Washington Times • May 18, 2020

Later I found that she had complimented him and took his picture.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2020

“You’re so lucky you can wear anything!” the salesgirl at Lord & Taylor’s had complimented her as she swiveled this way and that before the dressing-room mirror.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García