Sentence examples for compliments as from inspiring English sources

Alluding to his adversary's age, he often extends such backhanded compliments as, "I respect the 37 years of service that the prime minister has given".

In the past two seasons, critics have dished up our share of Wynton compliments, as well as a few direct insults, calling the show slow, or preachy, or a little too in love with the city it portrays.

Stephanie Krieger, an antiques dealer, wearing a flesh-toned, sequined column dress by Oscar de la Renta and a chinchilla-trimmed cardigan, offered compliments, as did Mr. de la Renta himself.

They show that the number of tips logged each year by Internal Affairs has tripled since 1992, a trend that top police officials attribute to an opening up of the process and more diligent cataloging of public response to police interactions — including compliments as well as complaints.

Finally, in March, there are real bargains to be had from Asos.com – dresses costing £60 to £250 in a collection packed with current fashion references, such as a 1970s-influenced jumpsuit and gown with detachable maxi cape that wouldn't look out of place at Solange Knowles' wedding (the highest of nuptial fashion compliments) as well as a lots of Alice Temperlaceish lace.

It is important to learn to give compliments as well as accept them.

It was, I believe, a criticism of Mr. Levine, but perhaps a compliment as well.

C1INH is the most potent endogenous regulator of compliment as well as intrinsic coagulation pathways and the kallekrein-kinin system.

Be sure to smile and compliment people as well.

She took it as a compliment, as Corker intended.

Spike repaid the compliment as only Spike would.