flags
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, our call of the day from Evercore flags clear threats from rising oil prices and bond yields, warning investors are entering this potentially bumpy period with less protection.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
Should he, with his decades of legal and political experience, have seen red flags, even with a trusted adviser?
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
Xi and Trump also greeted a group of children who cheered and waved Chinese and American flags, before watching a parade by the honor guard.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The president paused twice to say hello to schoolchildren cheering with Chinese and American flags.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
The sad flags fluttered from the mast, and he went on waiting.
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
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