flags

/ flæɡz /

plural noun

1. rare.
   the long feathers on the leg of a hawk or falcon

Example Sentences

“There were so many red flags — warning after warning after warning to the principals who just ignored it, who didn’t do anything, and who actually covered it up.”

From Los Angeles Times

Some carers have been forced to pay back thousands of pounds after being overpaid for years, despite the government having an internal system that flags potential cases as they arise.

From BBC

There were cheers and loud horns from the crowd, who held up placards and flags.

From BBC

Xi arrived in Hanoi on Monday, where he was was welcomed by well wishes waving Chinese and Vietnamese flags.

From BBC

Speaking to ABC, he encouraged tourists to "seek local knowledge" and swim between the flags.

From BBC

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