The phrase "flattering remark" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
You can use it when you are describing a polite comment or statement someone has made in a positive, complimentary manner. For example: "She gave me a few flattering remarks, which made me feel very appreciated."
After a few flattering remarks about the beauty of said dog, they asked what breed it was.
Petraeus, who was also a US commander in Afghanistan and Iraq, has made flattering remarks about Trump since the election.
The incident, captured on camera last week, was sparked after the drinker apparently made some less than flattering remarks about his girlfriend Mia Goth's mother.
And the story-teller makes it plain that Anna does not dislike the flattering remarks and kisses that come her way from the chauffeur.
Hodgson took Harry Redknapp's less than flattering remarks about England's playing style on the chin - but he could produce the manner in which they beat Montenegro and Poland as a forceful response to those of us who were critical after what actually proved to be a crucial goalless draw in Kiev.
While various Foo Fighters came and left the stage, Grohl remained as a constant, introducing each Sound City Player with flattering remarks, alternating between guitar, bass and drums and generally exhorting near-ecstatic performances by all of them.
Examples are giving you the TV remote, forcing them to say flattering remarks, or giving you a massage.
Blind's origins trace back to Naver, the South Korean Internet giant, which long ran a widely used employee forum but pulled the plug when employees began making less-than-flattering remarks about management.
Jen appeared to have a hilarious kickback for every commenter, including those with less-than-flattering remarks (there's one in every comment thread, right?).
