complimented

Example Sentences

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The president’s son called Navarro “my boy” and complimented him on the “jacked” physique he developed while in prison.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Badenoch complimented Minaj on Friday, saying she was a fan of the Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper's song Starship.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

On Aug. 20, 2021, after being complimented for a post that was viewed more than 15,000 times, Wang responded to a Chinese official: “Thank you leader,” according to the plea agreement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

You complimented me on being a master investor.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

The Frenchmen gave courteous thanks, complimented Turner on his French, then bent over the table to pack the empty bottles and glasses into the canvas bag.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan