compliment

Example Sentences

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He was asked to take set-pieces which is a compliment.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

It’s the singer’s most sonically cohesive set, but this time that’s not necessarily a compliment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

White: Yeah, it’s a compliment, but it’s mean.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

"The guy meant it as a compliment," said Pimenta.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

Aunt Kitty may have heard enough, but my ears never tired of listening to Mr. Pinkerton and Detective Webster compliment my performance.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan