flag down

Example Sentences

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They were rejected by multiple Uber drivers and failed to flag down a black cab, before they began walking along the promenade in a bid to reach the ceremony on time.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Peterson has shown flashes of brilliance, but has also missed time with mysterious injuries and seen his play flag down the stretch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

The decision to take the flag down outside City Hall came just days after the New York Times reported that the flag was flown outside of U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2024

They manage to flag down Bolerjack, always busy addressing a seemingly endless list of tasks and requests.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2023

They did not want to flag down the stork in order to get to another place.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals