Quote by Laura Linney

You know when someone's over-flattering you in a way. You smile but you can't believe it.

You know when someone's over-flattering you in a way. You sm

Summary

This quote highlights the skeptical response when someone receives excessive compliments or praise. It describes the feeling of recognizing that the flattery may not be genuine. Despite smiling politely in response, the individual cannot genuinely believe or accept the exaggerated praise. It suggests a sense of suspicion or self-awareness, acknowledging the discrepancy between the words being spoken and the true intentions behind them.

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