return a compliment

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  • He gracefully returned her compliment by praising her insightful questions.
  • It's always polite to return a compliment when someone says something nice about you.
  • She praised his new suit, and he immediately returned the compliment on her dress.
  • Learning how to return a compliment sincerely is an important social skill.
  • If a colleague praises your work, you should return the compliment by acknowledging their own strengths.
  • He felt awkward and didn't know how to return the compliment when his boss praised him.
  • A quick way to return a compliment is to say, 'Thanks, that's very kind of you!' and then praise them back.
  • I will be sure to return the compliment the next time I see her.
  • He was so surprised by the praise that he forgot to return the compliment.
  • Returning compliments genuinely helps build rapport and positive relationships.