is complimenting
- present progressive of compliment (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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“I’m always impressed with how encouraging and respectful my son is, complimenting even his biggest rivals,” Krikorian said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2024
“I would say every feature of you, Mr. President, is complimenting your image.”
From Washington Times ● Sep. 10, 2023
I realize this runs counter to your overall point, but when another person calls you “skinny,” I think there is a possibility that she believes she is complimenting you.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 21, 2022
“Everybody is complimenting on how they’re just perfect babies for 29 weeks.”
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 4, 2018
She is complimenting me, but I still feel like she smacked me with something.
From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth
