flank
noun
the side of an animal or a person between the ribs and hip.
flanked
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past participleof flank.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof flank.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
flanknounthe side of an animal or a person between the ribs and hip.
Example Sentences
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Wolf appeared on camera from the firm’s midtown office, flanked by the remaining members of the management committee, including his onetime would-be replacement, Nee.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
A pair of deep seats covered in nubby upholstery sit close to this sacred space’s altar — a vinyl-stacked media console holding a vintage receiver and turntable, flanked by two ATC SCM50 loudspeakers.
From Salon ● Oct. 24, 2026
It is now flanked by a similar-sized area they call "the fridge", which they temporarily closed as a way to build up fish stocks.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
The Liberal Democrat leader arrived smiling, flanked by several loyal MPs, but made no comment as he entered the room.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
Briony watched from the foot of the stairs as Lola ascended, sobbing loudly and flanked by Emily and Betty, and followed by Polly who carried a basin and towels.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
