unexpected compliment

Examples (10)

• Receiving an unexpected compliment from my usually stern professor really made my day.
• An unexpected compliment from a complete stranger about my shoes put a smile on my face.
• She was momentarily speechless after receiving such an unexpected compliment during her performance review.
• The artist treasured the unexpected compliment from a rival painter he had always admired.
• He tried to hide his blush when she paid him an unexpected compliment on his sense of humor.
• Sometimes the most genuine praise comes in the form of an unexpected compliment.
• During the tense negotiations, his opponent's unexpected compliment on his strategy completely changed the atmosphere.
• I'll never forget that unexpected compliment; it gave me the confidence I needed at the time.
• The quiet librarian offered an unexpected compliment on my choice of books, which was quite flattering.
• Throughout the evening, she received several unexpected compliments on her handcrafted jewelry.