Example Sentences

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Earlier in his career, he had flattered the United States, acknowledged the genocide, and talked about the importance of Bosnian reconciliation.

From Washington Post • Feb. 21, 2022

He had flattered the lonely kid into considering herself his grownup equal.

From The Guardian • May 24, 2018

Earlier he had flattered to deceive, exciting Spurs fans but frustrating them too as his final delivery repeatedly undid some thrilling approach work.

From The Guardian • Dec. 30, 2012

Farley recalled: "I had the feeling that the President ... had flattered this Prince of the Church into doing his bidding."

From Time Magazine Archive

And yet the nuisance had flattered him, and the ribbons would be useful.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart