flattered

Example Sentences

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Jurors were told she knew Ward had been in films and on TV and felt flattered when he asked for her Snapchat handle.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Harrington said he is flattered by the praise, but he did not want to overstate his own importance on Burnham's journey.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

I was very flattered, but I also understand the responsibility.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

It was generally in a way that flattered their returns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

“I’m flattered to be suspected of having leaked it.”

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin