flex
verb (used with object)
to bend, as a part of the body.
has flexed
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present perfectof flex (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The world's most populous nation has flexed its spacefaring ambitions in the last decade with its space programme growing considerably, and rivalling the achievements of established powers at a much cheaper price tag.
From Barron's ● Dec. 24, 2025
China has spent decades building up its dominance in global rare-earth mining and processing, giving Beijing significant leverage that it has flexed this year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2025
On foreign affairs, under Erdogan, Turkey has flexed military power in the Middle East and beyond, forged closer ties with Russia, and seen relations with the European Union and United States become increasingly strained.
From Reuters ● May 14, 2023
It is the latest in a remarkable stretch of dominance Herta has flexed in California sunshine.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2022
Ferrari has flexed considerable muscle with three races win and Mercedes took the last two.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 22, 2019
