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protest flag

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noun

  1. a flag hoisted by a racing yacht to advise the judges of a violation of the rules by another yacht.

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The boat was later seen flying a protest flag but the crew has not provided detail of the incident.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2022

The boat was later seen flying a protest flag.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 25, 2022

Protesters from BLM 757, a Black Lives Matter group from Virginia Beach, were on hand with a bullhorn and a large protest flag.

From Washington Post • Apr. 15, 2021

LDV Comanche, the 2015 winner, raised its protest flag after a near-collision with Wild Oats XI shortly after the start of the race on Tuesday.

From Washington Times • Dec. 27, 2017

Endeavour had not flown her red protest flag until a few miles from the finish line.

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