as in caresses
formal
nice things that you say or do to convince someone to do something
He found it hard to resist her blandishments and almost always ended up doing as she wished.
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Noun
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Travelers can now submit not only grievances but also compliments and comments.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
15 Sep. 2025 -
The title comes compliments of songwriter Christian Yancey, who brought it to an appointment at Nashville’s Combustion Music with Nick Sainato, Chris McKenna and Jessica Farren in February 2024.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Sep. 2025
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In both studies, those with chronic pain scored significantly lower in regards to self-compassion than their pain-free peers.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Read more about this place's investment in and adoration of the sport here.—
Payton Titus,
Louisville Courier Journal,
18 Sep. 2025
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The prize of Star Baker, a call home to a loved one, and the adoration of all the cast and multiple nations.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
12 Sep. 2025
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