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Flatery

Part of speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. Excessive or insincere praise or compliments.

Usages:

Popular usage:

Flatery is commonly used in social situations to describe when someone exaggerates or insincerely compliments another person in order to gain favor or manipulate them.

Local usage:

In certain local communities, flatery may also refer to a specific art form or technique used in a traditional dance, where performers showcase graceful movements that imitate the movements of birds.

Sample sentences:

1. Noun - Excessive or insincere praise or compliments:

1. She saw through his flatery and knew he was just trying to get something from her.
2. His constant flatery towards his boss did not go unnoticed by his colleagues.

2. Noun - Local - Art form or technique in traditional dance:

1. The dancers incorporated beautiful flatery movements into their performance, captivating the audience.
2. The flatery in their dance routine beautifully symbolized the freedom and gracefulness of birds.

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