flagpole

Example Sentences

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The 10-year chart shows the flagpole being about 4.5 percentage points in height.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Bavarian comedian Maxi Schafroth, 41, attempted to run up the Stars and Stripes on a flagpole near the cultural centre in Nuuk, before he was confronted by angry passers-by.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

The department did not confirm that the Irish flag was erected on the flagpole.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025

Within a few minutes, I spotted another police car, which drove slowly around the flagpole at the entrance, then left.

From Slate • Jun. 19, 2025

Moss snapped the lock shut, then slowly slid down the flagpole, his feet planted firm so he could start to squat.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro