unflattering

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Those who benefit from misinformation can easily exploit this -- a phenomenon researchers call the "liar's dividend," where genuine but unflattering information is waved away as AI-generated.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

He knows that “Marty Supreme” holds an unflattering mirror up to his own drive and allows that to become its own backhanded compliment to the thrill of watching an actor chase success at all costs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

While she has often chosen not to address “outrageous lies, crappy stories and unflattering characterizations,” Hannah wrote her “silence should not be mistaken for agreement with lies.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

That conversation with Terence Allen, an investment banker based in Abu Dhabi, has some details of RBS's plans to restructure, and unflattering reflections on the chief executive, Stephen Hester.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Her cheeks had gone a blotchy, unflattering red, and her jaw was so tight I really thought she might snap and start screaming at me.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi