1The sycophantic employee flattered the boss's ego with constant praise, hoping for a promotion.
2Does the artist genuinely believe their work is revolutionary, or are they merely flattering themselves?
3The politician's speech was designed to flatter the crowd's sense of patriotism, rather than addressing the real issues.
4Be cautious not to flatter your own biases when interpreting the data; consider alternative explanations.
5There is a fine line between constructive feedback and flattery; the former aims to improve, while the latter merely seeks to please.