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flailed

  • past participle of flail.
  • past tense form of flail.

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As time passed and no government help appeared, del Giudice became exasperated and flailed at the rubble.

From Barron's Jun. 26, 2026

The Braves were a ratings hit, and when the team flailed and went up for sale, Turner’s company became its owner in 1976.

From Los Angeles Times May 6, 2026

They attacked the game, while Rangers flailed wildly.

From BBC Sep. 25, 2025

There were costume changes and choreographed dance numbers, even an intro where a moving tentacle flailed halfway out of her mouth.

From Salon Apr. 16, 2025

He flailed his arms in an exaggerated air drumming motion.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez