Language ages like milk. Words shift, meanings drift, and as the years go by, the dictionary has suddenly become subjective at best. If you’ve ever wondered why your grandma calls someone “homely” ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am one of a group of friends who have known each other for 30+ years, from early middle age into what are now our “golden years.” We’ve been through a lot together, supported each ...

Back in the day, I knew a guy who would never compliment anyone. It was like pulling teeth to say anything nice, even when it was well deserved. A stoic to the core, he was a puzzle for everyone ...

Steve Hartman is a CBS News correspondent. He brings viewers moving stories from the unique people he meets in his weekly award-winning feature segment "On the Road." Sycamore, Illinois — It's a hot ...

It completely makes my day when someone compliments me. They could comment on my hair, scent, personality—anything really—and I'll instantly feel lighter and happier. I also love giving compliments, ...

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Every once in a while, someone says something to you that lodges itself in your memory and stays there. Not because it was dramatic or poetic but because it felt accurate in a way you hadn’t been able ...

Are pickup lines cheesy and outdated, or an fun way to break the ice IRL? The jury’s still out on that one, but whether you’re looking to let someone know you're into them with some plausible ...

If you want to brighten someone's day with a compliment that's both heartfelt and hilarious, you’ve come to the right place. While classic compliments are always great, adding a little humor always ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Design by Vivien Wang. The other week, my roommate and I were talking about our favorite ...

It feels good to make other people feel good, and being generous with words of affirmation is an easy way to do it. Telling a friend that he’s wearing a great watch or how you envy his people skills ...