flattered

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 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

Addressing those rumours on Sunday's BBC Politics Wales, he said he was "flattered" but had not had any discussions about it with anyone in the party.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2026

For this reason it flattered Mr. Kapasi that Mrs. Das was so intrigued by his job.

From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri