flattered

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The reasons have to do with how accountants treat all that AI spending, plus some longer-term trends that have flattered corporate profitability.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Geisel himself admitted he was "naturally flattered" by Helen's praise.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

While that looks to be a solid result on the surface, BMO Capital Markets’ Douglas Porter says once again the export gain for the month was flattered by a snap-back in gold sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

“I am always flattered and taken aback when someone tells me ‘I watched you.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2026

“I am none of those,” said Taran, feeling quite flattered that Eilonwy should have taken him for any one of them.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander