1
as in commends
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 prides
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 flatters
Many will feel this probability still flatters Arteta’s side, especially after City went top on Wednesday, but as discussed, Arsenal hold the edge in fixture difficulty.
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Instead of opting for skintight jeans, 2026 can be the year of straight-leg denim that still flatters a wide range of body types but with a little more forgiveness.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2026
The sleek, tapered shape draws the eye downward, creating a streamlined look that flatters your figure.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
My favorite is the Glasting Color Gloss, which has a reflective shine, a weightless feel, and long-lasting color that flatters everyone and makes everyone an evangelist for the line.
—Charlotte Cho, Allure, 3 Jan. 2026
The structural silhouette of the Bridge Boot has a subtle triangular line of design that flatters the leg.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 30 Dec. 2025
And that scoreline probably flatters the Rams, who looked flat from the jump.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 26 Oct. 2025
The firm has now revisited the model with a new open interior layout that flatters the small space and is designed for short stays or for use as a rental.
—New Atlas, 12 Aug. 2025
Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Instead of opting for skintight jeans, 2026 can be the year of straight-leg denim that still flatters a wide range of body types but with a little more forgiveness.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2026
The sleek, tapered shape draws the eye downward, creating a streamlined look that flatters your figure.
—Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
My favorite is the Glasting Color Gloss, which has a reflective shine, a weightless feel, and long-lasting color that flatters everyone and makes everyone an evangelist for the line.
—Charlotte Cho, Allure, 3 Jan. 2026
The structural silhouette of the Bridge Boot has a subtle triangular line of design that flatters the leg.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 30 Dec. 2025
And that scoreline probably flatters the Rams, who looked flat from the jump.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 26 Oct. 2025
The firm has now revisited the model with a new open interior layout that flatters the small space and is designed for short stays or for use as a rental.
—New Atlas, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flatters
Verb
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The report commends the steps that Mayor Mike Johnston and the city have taken to reduce homelessness and bolster tourism downtown.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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Prince Andrew regrets his association with Epstein, and commends the bravery of Ms Giuffre and other survivors in standing up for themselves and others.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
19 Feb. 2026
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According to the webpage, MidnighTreats also prides itself in using sustainable supplies, such as compostable cups, cornstarch utensils, aluminum water bottles and paper straws.—
Jane Godiner,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2026
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After the Ground Zero event, the monarch, who prides himself on his environmental advocacy, will head uptown for a meeting in Harlem with a group that promotes urban farming programs for children and young people affected by hunger and food insecurity.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2026
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And our lactation consultant judge applauds these bottles as an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable storage bags.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
7 Apr. 2026
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In the clip, the crowd applauds Phan's quick thinking for saving the shark's life.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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Occasionally, bottles of water and loaves of bread are distributed, and Lydia congratulates herself for having the discipline to make her slice last.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
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Tiafoe has been one of Baptiste’s biggest fans and congratulates her often on social media.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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In Margo's Got Money Troubles, Elle Fanning plays a promising first-year student at a California community college whose professor praises her work, has an affair with her, gets her pregnant, then ghosts her.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2026
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Parent praises bus driver Parents said that in the moments before the crash, the bus driver slowed down and began to pull over.—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The center also has hydrotherapy chairs where athletes can lie as a jet of water, similar but much stronger than the jets in a jacuzzi, massages them.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Nov. 2025
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In a viral video shared on Instagram last Sunday under the username @whiskeytoller, the gray kitty can be seen hanging around his brother, Oakley, as his mom massages the injured area, doing his best to show his love and support.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Nov. 2025
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